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While Johnson condemns federal efforts, critics argue that his stance ignores the ongoing violent crime epidemic in Chicago. Crime statistics paint a stark picture: shootings occur every four minutes, and murders every 19 minutes. Other cities like Memphis openly welcome increased law enforcement, including National Guard deployment, to combat their rising crime rates. The contrast highlights a political divide—while some officials see federal intervention as necessary for public safety, others oppose it, often citing fears of militarization and civil liberties violations.