Military activated under Trump's orders in Chicago
In a move that has sparked concerns and controversy, President Donald Trump has announced plans for potential intervention in Chicago due to alleged rising crime rates. The graphic, shared on Truth Social, resembles the film classic "Apocalypse Now," with Trump's Defense Ministry being renamed the "War Ministry."
The situation in Chicago is a serious matter for the city's mayor, Brandon Johnson, who has accused the Trump administration of cutting funding for federal agencies aimed at preventing gun violence. Johnson has also noted that the local police have seized over 24,000 guns since his inauguration in 2023, with most originating from Republican-governed states.
The threat of military intervention in Chicago is a controversial move, going against the wishes of the city and state. Johnson has urged for the defense of democracy by standing together to protect Chicago from Donald Trump. The comment was made on September 6, 2025, and the mayor accused Trump's post as a threat to occupy the city and undermine the Constitution.
The graphic has sparked concerns about potential authoritarianism, with some interpreting it as a serious message, while others believe it may be a joke. However, it remains unclear if the National Guard will be deployed in Chicago, how far along Trump's plans are, or when the action could commence.
Tensions between the U.S. government and the Democratic mayor of Chicago, as well as the Democratic-governed state of Illinois, have been high for weeks. This would be the third city where the President intervenes, following Los Angeles and the capital, Washington D.C.
In California, people took to the streets in June to protest ICE raids against migrants, which the government sought to prevent. The situation in Chicago is a potential threat to the nation's democracy, according to Mayor Brandon Johnson.
The situation in Chicago is considered a serious matter by the city's mayor, with potential military intervention raising questions about the future of the city and the nation's democracy. The controversy continues as the nation waits for more information on Trump's plans.
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