Summary
President Trump criticized Democrats, calling them "insurrectionists" and suggesting use of the Insurrection Act to deploy federal troops to certain cities. Illinois has taken legal action to prevent the deployment of National Guard troops in the state. The tension relates to ongoing debates about immigration, crime prevention, and the government shutdown.
Key Facts
- President Trump referred to Democrats as "insurrectionists" and criticized their policies on immigration and crime.
- He suggested possibly using the Insurrection Act to send federal troops to cities like Chicago and Portland.
- The Insurrection Act allows the president to deploy the military within the U.S., a rare move usually restricted by the Posse Comitatus Act.
- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker opposed the idea, stating there's no need for military troops in Illinois.
- Illinois has filed a lawsuit to block the deployment of the National Guard to the state.
- A federal judge recently stopped Trump's attempt to send troops to Portland again.
- President Trump accused Democrats of causing the government shutdown, which is a source of blame from voters according to polls.
