Military mobilized by Trump in Chicago partial city takeover
In a controversial move, US President Donald Trump has announced plans for a "blitz operation" by the immigration agency ICE in Chicago, scheduled for September 8, 2025. The announcement, made on Truth Social, has sparked tension and concern, particularly in the Democratic-governed U.S. state of Illinois.
The plans come amidst allegations by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson that the Trump administration has been cutting funding for federal agencies aimed at preventing gun violence. Johnson has also accused Trump of authoritarianism, urging Chicago to defend its democracy and protect its citizens.
The graphic shared by Trump, reminiscent of the film "Apocalypse Now," depicted a potential military intervention in Chicago. It remains unclear whether the graphic's content was meant as a serious message or irony. What is clear, however, is that if Trump follows through, this would be the third city he intervenes in, following Los Angeles and the capital, Washington D.C.
Trump's announcement has been met with opposition from Chicago's local government. In a statement, Johnson commented on the post, stating that Trump's threats are unworthy of the nation's honor and that he wants to occupy and break the city's constitution.
Tensions between the U.S. government and Chicago have been high for weeks. Trump previously described Washington D.C.'s situation as "rat-infested" before sending in the National Guard. Similarly, Trump has announced plans to intervene in Chicago due to alleged rampant crime.
Since taking office in 2023, Chicago's local police have seized a total of 24,000 weapons. Most of these weapons originated from Republican-governed states. It is important to note that the processing of personal data in this manner is justified under Art. 6(1)(a), Art. 49(1)(a) GDPR, and § 25(1) TTDSG. Consent to the processing of personal data in this manner is given by activating the third-party service, and this consent can be withdrawn at any time.
The specifics of Trump's plans, their progress, deployment of the National Guard, and the timeline for the operation remain unclear. However, it is clear that the announcement has caused a stir, with concerns about civil liberties, democracy, and the role of the federal government in local affairs.
In related news, in California, the government intervened due to protests against ICE raids on migrants. Activating third-party content on this website may transmit personal data to providers and potentially to third countries with data protection levels not comparable to the EU. For more information on data protection, please visit the provided link.
As the situation develops, it is crucial for all parties to maintain open dialogue and respect for each other's rights and responsibilities. The future of Chicago and its citizens hangs in the balance. Trump's statement, "We're going in," has left many wondering what the next steps will be.
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