The Pentagon has been quietly preparing for a “military deployment” to Chicago, part of a broader initiative by President Donald Trump aimed at addressing crime and homelessness, according to The Washington Post.
The plan reflects a significant expansion of Trump’s domestic security strategy and has raised legal and ethical concerns about the role of the military in civilian law enforcement.
This proposed deployment would follow the recent activation of more than 2,000 National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., where soldiers have been stationed at key public locations and authorized to carry weapons. Trump has publicly praised the operation and suggested that similar actions could be taken in other cities, including Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. The Post notes that Pentagon officials have been planning the Chicago operation for several weeks.
Trump has repeatedly criticized Chicago’s leadership, portraying the city as in crisis and in need of federal intervention. However, both Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker have pushed back against the proposal, arguing that such a deployment would violate federal law—specifically the Posse Comitatus Act, which limits the use of military forces in domestic policing without clear legal authorization.
Local officials have emphasized that violent crime in Chicago has declined significantly over the past year, pointing to reductions in homicides and shootings. They argue that a military presence could undermine community trust and disrupt ongoing efforts to improve public safety through investments in housing, education, and mental health services. The Post reports that no formal communication has been issued to city officials regarding the deployment.
Despite opposition from state and local leaders, Trump continues to frame the initiative as a response to a national emergency, suggesting that federal troops could remain in place indefinitely if deemed necessary. Pentagon sources cited by the Washington Post indicate that planning for the Chicago deployment remains active, though the timeline and scope have not been publicly confirmed.
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