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However, the optimism surrounding crime statistics has not quelled political tensions. President Donald Trump has publicly claimed that Chicago suffers from "high crime" and has threatened to deploy federal troops to the city, stating "we're going in." This declaration has stirred controversy, especially given the official reports of declining violence.
While a specific timetable for federal intervention has not been announced, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has responded with caution. The governor warns that immigration rates could begin to increase this week, followed by an increased presence of National Guardsmen. This escalation comes amid concerns about the implications of federal troops' deployment and the potential impact on community relations.