President Trump is focusing on Chicago as the next target for a federal crime crackdown, threatening to deploy National Guard troops to the city. This move has drawn criticism from local officials, with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker condemning the plans as an abuse of power and a violation of the Constitution. The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for a potential military deployment, while Trump claims that the National Guard is ready and suggests that public safety issues necessitate their presence. Local residents are divided on the issue, as some support the move, citing crime rates, while others argue against the military presence. The situation raises questions about the legality and appropriateness of such actions, amid a broader pattern of stated federal interventions in cities facing crime challenges.