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Trump Declares Victory Amid Chicago Crime Debate

11/13/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed victory in Chicago after launching Operation Midway Blitz, citing declines in shootings (35%), robberies (41%), and carjackings (nearly 50%).
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker (D-Ill.) countered that crime was already falling due to local efforts.
Pritzker said Chicago is on track for its lowest homicide rate in decades.
Tensions rose as federal agents faced violent confrontations during operations, and Pritzker criticized the federal response and its impact on communities.

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed victory in Chicago after launching Operation Midway Blitz, citing declines in shootings (35%), robberies (41%), and carjackings (nearly 50%).
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker (D-Ill.) countered that crime was already falling due to local efforts.
Pritzker said Chicago is on track for its lowest homicide rate in decades.
Tensions rose as federal agents faced violent confrontations during operations, and Pritzker criticized the federal response and its impact on communities.