Where has Trump suggested sending troops? In cities run by Democratic mayors
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In his second term, President Trump has significantly escalated the use of the National Guard.
In just four months, Trump has suggested or ordered sending federal intervention to nearly a dozen cities — all run by Democratic mayors and in states mostly run by Democratic governors.
The Trump administration has argued that Guard forces are necessary to combat crime, quell protests, or safeguard ICE facilities and personnel. Meanwhile, critics have called it a dangerous abuse of power .
The troop deployments have sparked legal battles and protests. Here's what to know.
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For several weeks, Trump has threatened sending troops to Chicago, claiming that the city needs federal help to tackle crime. Meanwhile, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, a Democrat, has argued that homicides, shootings, robberies an
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