Trump’s threat to deploy troops to Chicago sparks fear and defiance in a city on edge

UPDATED: August 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM PDT

There's fear, frustration and defiance for residents amid historic drops in violent crime.

Originally Published: August 26, 2025 at 3:49 PM PDT

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Violent crime in Chicago dropped significantly in the first half of the year, representing the steepest decline in over a decade, according to city data.