- President Trump highlighted a significant decline in crime rates in Chicago, attributing the success to federal intervention.
- Trump reported a 35% reduction in shootings and a 41% decrease in robberies as part of the reported statistics.
- The improvements in crime rates are credited to Operation Midway Blitz, a federal operation focusing on targeting illegal immigrants.
- Despite the federal efforts, there was noted resistance from local Democratic leaders in Chicago regarding the operation.
- Trump’s remarks emphasize the positive impact of federal initiatives amidst ongoing local political opposition.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-says-chicago-crime-has-fallen-dramatically-despite-extraordinary-resistance-from-local-democrats)
