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Trump Slams Pritzker, Calls for Federal Troops in Chicago
11/30/2025
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Story summary
- President Donald Trump criticized Illinois Governor JB Pritzker at a White House turkey pardon, calling him "incompetent" and "a big slob".
- He focused on Chicago, saying the city is plagued by crime and seeking federal intervention.
- He cited a recent violent incident to justify deploying troops.
- Pritzker condemned Trump's remarks and accused him of insulting Chicagoans.
