Trump posted on social media saying Chicago is facing an 'unprecedented, particularly violent' crime wave that is 'worsening.' He said the federal government could 'quickly and thoroughly' quell the problem only if the mayor or Illinois governor form

2026-10-06

Trump posted on social media saying Chicago is facing an 'unprecedented, particularly violent' crime wave that is 'worsening.' He said the federal government could 'quickly and thoroughly' quell the problem only if the mayor or Illinois governor formally requests federal assistance; he questioned why local officials have not sought help and said time is running out.