This Week In Photos Chicagos Death Hospital, City Braces For Troop Deployment And More

President Donald Trump plans to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago to combat rising crime and homelessness, leading to polarized opinions among residents. Englewood's Pamela Mondane voiced her apprehensions, recalling "troublesome" experiences during a similar deployment in D. C. , where guards dismantled homeless encampments. Local leaders, including Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson, have denounced the plan as unconstitutional, highlighting a significant decline in crime rates in the city.

Some residents, like Tamuela Miller, advocate for the National Guard, believing it could prevent further violence. Conversely, others, including Amena Muhammad, argue that the deployment is a temporary fix that ignores the root causes of crime. Conversations in the South and West sides reflect a community seeking deeper investment rather than military presence. With troops potentially arriving next week, tensions are likely to rise. The National Guard's limited law enforcement capabilities further complicate the anticipated impact on community safety.