The Brief

Trump threatens action: President Trump said he will deploy the National Guard to Chicago after a violent holiday weekend, though no timeline has been given.

Illinois pushback: Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the move, warning of armed federal agents and vowing legal challenges.

CHICAGO - President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago in an effort to curb violent crime, though he did not provide a timeline.

In response, Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and other leaders vowed to push back against the White House.

What we know:

Trump, speaking at a press conference, criticized Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker for rejecting federal intervention and pointed to a series of recent shootings in

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