Donald Trump Calls Chicago the ‘Murder Capital of the World’ Plans Federal Crackdown

September 2, 2025 MTIMES 103 Views Chicago crime, Chicago shootings, Donald Trump, ICE crackdown, JB Pritzker, National Guard deployment, Truth Social, U.S. politics 3 min read

Former U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday described Chicago as the “world’s most criminal city” in terms of murders, sparking controversy over his remarks and signaling possible federal intervention in the city’s law enforcement.

Taking to Truth Social, Trump wrote in capital letters: “CHICAGO IS THE MURDER CAPITAL OF THE WORLD!” He claimed that over the weekend, 54 people were shot and eight killed in Chicago, adding that the numbers were “similar” to the last two weekends.

Trump slams Chicago crime, targets Illinois Governor Pritzker

Trump criticized Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, saying:

“Chicago is the worst and most dangerous city in the World, by far. Pritzker needs help badly, he just doesn’t know it yet. I will solve the crime problem fast, just like I did in DC. Chicago will be safe again, and soon.”

His comments come as the city grapples with persistent gun violence, raising tensions between federal and state authorities over policing strategies.

Federal agents and possible National Guard deployment

Earlier reports from CNN indicated that the Trump administration is preparing a large-scale federal operation in Chicago, possibly starting this week. Sources revealed that the plan may involve:

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents
Border Patrol officers
National Guard troops (potentially with armored vehicles)

The operation could be launched by Friday, focusing not just on immigration enforcement but also on crime control.

Governor Pritzker calls plan an “invasion”

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker strongly opposed Trump’s idea of federal intervention, labeling it an “invasion.” He argued that state and local authorities are better positioned to handle law and order without outside interference.

Despite the criticism, Trump has vowed to impose federal measures if local leaders fail to curb the violence.

What’s next?

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hinted that Trump would deliver an “exciting” statement related to the Pentagon later on Tuesday, further fueling speculation about federal involvement in Chicago’s crime situation.

With rising crime figures and Trump’s hardline stance, Chicago is set to become a major flashpoint in the debate over law enforcement, federal authority, and state rights in the United States.

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