BREAKING NEWS
President Donald Trump has authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard troops to Chicago, Illinois, amid rising tensions over crime and protests. The move was announced just hours after immigration authorities clashed with protesters in the city.
The deployment is set to begin immediately, with troops expected to arrive within the next 24 hours. This decision comes despite criticism from state and local leaders, who have accused Trump of attempting to manufacture a crisis.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has expressed concern about the move, stating that it will only exacerbate tensions in the city. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has also weighed in, calling the deployment an "abuse of power".
The deployment is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to address what they see as out-of-control crime and unrest in major cities across the country. However, this move has been met with resistance from local leaders and federal judges.
Just hours ago, a federal judge in Portland, Oregon temporarily blocked the deployment of 200 troops to that city, citing concerns over the use of military force without state consent.
This is a developing story, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.
*This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*
