On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced his administration will withdraw the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland. This decision comes just days after the US Supreme Court blocked the administration's plan to send National Guard troops to Chicago to back up US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Trump has argued that the Guard was needed to address surging crime in these Democratic-led cities, saying extra support helped curb violence and protect federal agents. 🚓🔍
Critics, including several Democrats, question the timing and motives behind the deployments, suggesting the moves were driven by politics rather than public safety. 🤔
As 2026 kicks off, local leaders are preparing to take back control of street security and discuss how to fill the gap left by departing troops. Stay tuned for updates! 📅✨
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Trump says he is removing National Guard from Chicago, LA, Portland
cgtn.com
