Summary
President Donald Trump has proposed deploying the National Guard to cities like Chicago and Portland, calling them "war zones" due to high crime rates and protests. Legal challenges have been raised against these actions, and a federal judge has temporarily blocked similar efforts in Portland. The Trump administration's policing strategies have faced criticism, especially in response to immigration protests.
Key Facts
- President Trump claims high crime in U.S. cities justifies National Guard deployment.
- He wants to use cities like Chicago and Portland as "training grounds" for the military.
- Chicago and Portland have seen significant protests against Trump’s immigration policies.
- Trump’s actions have been legally challenged, with some moves temporarily blocked by judges.
- In August, the federal government took control of local police in Washington, DC.
- Trump plans to use the Insurrection Act, allowing military deployment, if needed.
- There’s a lawsuit against military deployment in Chicago, citing fears of unwarranted occupation.
- The Insurrection Act was last used in 1992 during Los Angeles riots.
