Summary
The Trump Administration has threatened to stop federal funding for Chicago's public transit system unless a new safety plan is implemented by December 19. This action follows the attack on a woman on a Chicago train by a suspect who has been charged with federal terrorism. The letter to local leaders emphasizes the need for improved safety measures but does not specify what changes are required.
Key Facts
- President Trump's Administration issued a threat to cut federal funding for Chicago's public transit.
- The Federal Transit Authority sent a letter to Chicago's Mayor and Illinois's Governor.
- The letter demands a new safety plan for the city's transit system by December 19.
- The call for action follows an attack on Beth MaGee on a Chicago train.
- The suspect, Lawrence Reed, is charged with federal terrorism after allegedly setting MaGee on fire.
- Reed could face a life sentence if found guilty.
- The letter did not detail specific safety changes that need to be made.
