ith National Guard troops potentially deployed to support the operation.
Trump has already authorized federal deployments in Washington, citing a statute that allows military intervention in cases of unrest. He recently suggested the National Guard could “solve Chicago within one week” and has pointed to Chicago as the next city likely to face a federal crime crackdown.
By codifying local rules, Johnson’s order requires federal law enforcement to abide by Chicago’s standards or face court challenges. The mayor framed the measure as both a legal shield and a statement of sovereignty: a warning that federal actions cannot override municipal authority.