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President Trump announced plans to deploy the National Guard to Baltimore and Chicago to combat crime, despite local officials' objections. Trump cited high crime rates, while Baltimore's mayor and governor highlighted a significant recent drop in homicides and shootings, attributing the decrease to local initiatives. The governor invited Trump to visit Baltimore, but the president responded by demanding the city improve its crime situation first. The deployment is sparking controversy, with officials questioning its effectiveness and constitutionality, and suggesting alternative federal law enforcement solutions.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.