National Guard Deployed to Protect Chicago Federal Property
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National Guard troops, numbering around 500, have been deployed to protect federal property in the Chicago area and assist law enforcement in Memphis. The deployment comes amidst criticism from Donald Trump towards Chicago's mayor and Illinois' governor for allegedly failing to protect ICE officers. The troops are stationed for an initial 60-day period. This action occurred despite objections from Illinois officials, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding federal immigration enforcement operations.
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