President Trump authorizes National Guard deployment to Chicago after violent unrest and attacks on federal officers.
In a decisive move to restore law and order, US President Donald Trump on Saturday authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard troops to Chicago, following escalating violence and attacks targeting federal officers.
The White House confirmed that the deployment aims to safeguard federal buildings, officers, and national assets, after weeks of mounting threats against government property. The president’s bold decision comes despite resistance from local Democratic leaders, who have repeatedly rejected federal intervention even as violence spiraled.
Earlier Saturday, tensions reached a boiling point when a federal officer shot an allegedly armed motorist in Chicago — an incident that further underscored the city’s deteriorating security situation. Trump’s move signals a no-nonsense law-and-order stance, reminiscent of his unwavering defense of American sovereignty and his consistent support for allied democracies such as Israel, which similarly face threats from violent extremists.
“The safety of federal personnel and the integrity of our institutions will never be compromised,” a senior White House official stated. The deployment is seen as a clear message — Washington will act where weak local governance fails.
