President Donald Trump blasted Democrats in Portland, Oregon, and Chicago, Illinois, on Monday, stating they want to “inflame crime” while he and his administration want to reduce it.

Trump, whose authorization of the use of troops to protect Portland and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities last week, called out Democratic leaders with jurisdiction over the cities, starting with Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D), during an Oval Office signing.

“I believe that Pritzker and this mayor of Chicago … they don’t have it under control. Not only is it not under control, it’s the opposite. And I believe they’re afraid. They’re scared for their lives. I believe that the Portland people are scared,” he said.

He was also critical of federal Judge Karin

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