Summary
President Donald Trump is connecting illegal immigration with crime in his recent moves to deploy the National Guard in cities. The deployments and immigration raids have created confusion and fear among residents, especially in areas led by Democratic officials. A significant operation took place in Illinois, highlighting the tension between state leaders and federal actions.
Key Facts
- President Trump is deploying the National Guard to some U.S. cities.
- These cities are mostly run by Democratic mayors.
- The National Guard generally cannot arrest people under U.S. law.
- Trump has connected illegal immigration with crime in these actions.
- Illinois saw a major Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation called "Operation Midway Blitz."
- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker initially refused to deploy the National Guard as Trump requested.
- Trump federalized the Illinois National Guard and worked with Texas Governor Greg Abbott to send troops to Illinois.
- There is confusion among residents over the identities of National Guard and ICE agents.
