22 h. ago Chicago's killing fields: Activists cry about Trump while families bury kids

Over Labor Day weekend, gun violence in Chicago left nine dead and 52 wounded, intensifying debate over Mayor Brandon Johnson’s opposition to deploying the National Guard.

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27 h. ago To Shrink Mamdani’s Lead, Cuomo Seeks to Broaden His Campaign Team

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo is hiring new top aides for his independent bid for mayor, including a campaign manager who worked for Rahm Emanuel in Chicago.

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42 h. ago Chicago Democrat warns 'history will prove' party wrong on crime as officials reject Trump's help

Chicago alderman Raymond Lopez criticizes fellow Democrats Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Johnson for downplaying crime concerns while opposing Trump's proposed crackdown.

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47 h. ago 19 Shot, 7 Killed, During Weekend in Mayor Johnson's Chicago

At least 19 people were shot, seven of them fatally, during the weekend in Mayor Brandon Johnson's (D) Chicago.  The post 19 Shot, 7 Killed, During Weekend in Mayor Johnson’s Chicago appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 d. ago Chicago mayor calls Trump's federalization threats 'beneath the honor of our nation,' protests planned

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls on citizens to protect the city from President Donald Trump after social media post targeting Chicago.

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4 d. ago Federal Agents and Equipment Arriving in Chicago for Immigration Crackdown

Tough talk and threats of a lawsuit by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson have not slowed preparations for an illegal immigrant roundup by the Trump administration in the Windy City. The post Federal Agents and Equipment Arriving in Chicago for Immigration Crackdown appeared first on Breitbart.

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5 d. ago Top Chicago officials demand crime crackdown as mayor fights Trump over looming takeover: '100% need help'

Independent and Democratic aldermen in Chicago express mixed views on federal crime intervention as city leaders clash over law enforcement strategies.

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7 d. ago Former Chicago police official says Democrats are 'afraid' a Trump crime crackdown in the city would work

Jody Weis argued the Illinois governor and Chicago mayor are afraid federal assistance would show what committed politicians can accomplish against crime.

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7 d. ago Illinois Gov Pritzker to Trump: 'Chicago Does Not Want Troops on Our Streets'

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) have continued to push back on President Donald Trump's planned deployment of federal agents after dozens of people were shot in the city over Labor Day weekend. The post Illinois Gov Pritzker to Trump: ‘Chicago Does Not Want Troops on Our Streets’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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7 d. ago Chicago Mayor Johnson: Trump Is 'Reprehensible,' He's Trampling on Our Constitution

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said Tuesday on MSNBC's "The Weeknight" that President Donald Trump was "reprehensible" for "trampling on our constitution." The post Chicago Mayor Johnson: Trump Is ‘Reprehensible,’ He’s Trampling on Our Constitution appeared first on Breitbart.

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7 d. ago Rahm Emanuel Falsely Claims Jan. 6 Rioters 'Killed Police Officers,' Ignores Chicago Crime Record

Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel published an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal on Sunday in which he asserted that the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot involved “killing police officers,” a claim that has been repeatedly debunked. The post Rahm Emanuel Falsely Claims Jan. 6 Rioters ‘Killed Police Officers,’ Ignores Chicago Crime Record appeared first on Breitbart.

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7 d. ago Chicago Alderman Rips Mayor, Governor for Blocking Trump: 'How Many Victims Are We Comfortable With?'

A Chicago alderman is blasting Democrat Mayor Brandon Johnson and Democrat Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker for refusing to work with the Trump administration to make the city a safer place to live and work. The post Chicago Alderman Rips Mayor, Governor for Blocking Trump: ‘How Many Victims Are We Comfortable With?’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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9 d. ago Chicago shootings leave at least 7 dead, dozens more injured as city insists it doesn't need Trump's help

Chicago Labor Day weekend shootings killed seven people, as Mayor Brandon Johnson prohibited police collaboration with a proposed federal intervention.

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9 d. ago Local, state leaders push back against possible National Guard deployment to Chicago

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is expecting the National Guard to arrive in the city within days. To prepare, he has signed an executive order that requires outside forces to comply with city laws.

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9 d. ago As Noem confirms more ICE resources are heading to Chicago, mayor is defying crackdown

As Noem confirms more ICE resources are heading to Chicago, mayor is defying crackdown  Los Angeles Times

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9 d. ago Showdown Looms Between Illinois Democrats and Trump's Crime Crackdown in Chicago

A showdown looms this week between President Donald Trump and Illinois Democrats after Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Saturday demanding the president stand down on his intent to send troops to take on crime and illegal immigration in the Windy City. The post Showdown Looms Between Illinois Democrats and Trump’s Crime Crackdown in Chicago appeared first on Breitbart.

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9 d. ago Chicago's mayor pushes back as Trump administration readies immigration crackdown

Brandon Johnson signed an executive order barring the city's police from collaborating with federal officers on civil immigration enforcement operations, and U.S. military personnel on police patrols.

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9 d. ago Chicago’s Mayor Rejects Trump’s Plans to Send Troops to His City

Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago ordered local police officers not to aid the federal crackdown, ramping up the tensions between the White House and state and local officials.

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1 week ago Chicago police will not collaborate with National Guard, federal agents if Trump moves on deployment: mayor

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order on Saturday to prohibit the city's police officers from collaborating with National Guard troops or federal agents.

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1 week ago Brandon Johnson: Focusing on Chicago for Law Enforcement Is Due to 'Disdain for Working People'

On Friday’s broadcast of MSNBC’s “The Briefing,” Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stated that the Trump administration is focusing on Chicago for immigration enforcement and crime “because there’s clearly a disdain for working people.” And the actions aren’t about crime, but the The post Brandon Johnson: Focusing on Chicago for Law Enforcement Is Due to ‘Disdain for Working People’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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