🚨 Big move alert! On October 7, about 200 Texas National Guard troops rolled into an Army Reserve center in Illinois—just a quick drive from Chicago. This is stage one of a federal plan to beef up forces in the Windy City.
The catch? Local Democratic officials are not thrilled. They slammed the deployment, arguing that more uniforms won’t solve Chicago’s challenges. Meanwhile, roughly 300 Illinois National Guard members are also prepping for the mission.
Here’s the backstory: President Trump has already sent troops to Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., and ordered deployments to Memphis, Chicago, and Portland. He’s even hinted at using emergency powers if courts try to block him.
What you should know 💡
- Who: ~200 from Texas + ~300 from Illinois National Guard.
- Where: Army Reserve center, Illinois, near downtown Chicago.
- Why it matters: Supporters hope extra boots on the ground keep the peace. Critics warn it risks militarizing the streets and neglects root causes.
Thoughts? As young South and Southeast Asian pros, we know community trust and civil rights are key. How do we balance security and freedom at home? 🤔
Stay tuned for updates—this domestic deployment could spark big debates on the role of the National Guard in U.S. cities. 👀
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National Guard troops from Texas arrive at army base near Chicago
cgtn.com
