Trump Vows to Ramp Up Enforcement in Chicago
WASHINGTON — On Saturday, former President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to deploy National Guard troops and immigration agents to Chicago, sharing a provocative image from the film “Apocalypse Now.” The image depicted a fiery scene over the Chicago skyline, accompanied by Trump’s caption: “I love the smell of deportations in the morning. Chicago is about to find out why it’s called the Department of WAR.”
This recent post follows Trump’s consistent threats to bolster federal enforcement in cities led by Democratic leadership. His administration’s plans for Chicago echo tactics already employed in cities like Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. As Trump aims to address rising crime rates, sending troops to Chicago seems to be part of a broader strategy.
Governor JB Pritzker, a Democrat, responded to Trump’s post, labeling him a “wannabe dictator.” He criticized Trump’s approach, stating it threatens to escalate tensions between the federal government and American cities. Pritzker, expected to possibly run for president in 2028, declared this kind of governance is “not normal.”
Trump also signed an executive order suggesting the renaming of the Defense Department to the Department of War, a move that requires congressional approval. He believes his administration holds significant authority to handle crime and unrest in these metropolitan areas, asserting, “If I think our country is in danger — and it is in danger in these cities — I can do it.”
Despite pushback and legal threats from state and city leaders, Trump doubles down on his stance. He maintains that direct federal action is necessary to restore order in cities struggling with crime. The image and his remarks highlight the administration’s ongoing focus on law and order, particularly in areas perceived to be heavily affected by violence and illegal immigration.
