Chicago prepares for an influx of National Guard troops and immigration agents
Local leaders oppose deployment of National Guard and immigration agents aimed at crime reduction amid Chicago's ongoing protests and community preparations.
- Chicago's schools, churches and community groups prepared for a deployment of National Guard troops and immigration agents.
- Activists circulated 'emergency protest' schedules and immigrant communities were on high alert, fearing a crackdown by Trump.
- Black churches planned 'Resistance Sunday' to inform about legal rights, and Chicago Public Schools advised creating phone trees.
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Chicago's Latino leaders urge 'don’t take the bait' as city braces for uptick in federal agents
Officials called on residents to remain disciplined as President Donald Trump plans to increase U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity and possibly deploy National Guard troops to Chicago.
Democratically ruled cities have long been a thorn in the eye of Donald Trump. After attacks in Los Angeles and Washington, he wants to expand the deployment of the National Guard – Chicago is already preparing.
Here’s how Chicago is preparing as possible National Guard deployment looms
After weeks of warnings Chicago could be the next US city to see National Guard troops rolling through its streets, local leaders are preparing – from the governor bracing for a court fight to parade planners postponing – even while it’s still not clear troops will show up.
Organizers of immigrant rights groups, trade unions, clergymen and anti-violence organizations claim that they are working together more than ever today.
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