The Trump administration is developing plans for a crackdown on immigration in Chicago that would involve deploying 200 national security officials and establishing a naval base outside the city as an operational hub, according to internal documents.
A recent request by the Department of Homeland Security to use a naval base in Illinois indicates preparations for a prolonged operation, possibly beginning in September. If approved by the Department of Defense, this would mark a significant example of utilizing military resources for domestic law enforcement by an administration that has increasingly blurred the lines between the two.
Chicago has long been a focal point for the administration. In recent weeks, President Trump has described the city as a "disaster," while immigration officials have clashed with local leaders over Chicago's status as a so-called "sanctuary city," a designation for jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts.
Tom Homan, who served as Trump’s border enforcement chief, stated that "Chicago continues to face crime challenges," adding that the president "once again promised to make the country safe." He confirmed there have been "discussions" about using the naval base, though he declined to specify the number of personnel to be deployed.
These operational plans align with President Trump’s broader commitment to expand his crime-fighting initiatives beyond the nation’s capital.
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