Trump Pulls National Guard from Major Cities, Vows to "Come Back" if Crime Rises

President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that his administration is removing National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. In a social media post, the President stated that federal forces would return if crime rates increase in those cities. The deployments had faced strong opposition from local leaders. Mayors and Democratic officials argued the troops were unnecessary. They accused the administration of federal overreach—using federal power where it is not appropriate. These leaders also claimed the administration exaggerated isolated violent incidents. They said most protests in the cities have been peaceful. The operation has been challenged in court.