Crime & Public Safety

Trump Calls for Federal Intervention in Chicago After Violent Weekend

The president questioned why Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker hasn’t asked for help.
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Trump Calls for Federal Intervention in Chicago After Violent Weekend
President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the East Room of the White House on June 18, 2026. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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President Donald Trump suggested federal government intervention in Chicago following shootings over the past weekend that left around two dozen people injured and several dead.

Trump asked why Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat, has not asked for federal assistance.

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Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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