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Russia's deadly nighttime strike leaves Ukraine in ruins... + Trump deploys National Guard to Chicago as shutdown chaos spreads... + Trump's call pushes Netanyahu to Gaza ceasefire talks...Trump deploys 300 National Guard troops to Chicago amid protests
President Donald Trump has authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard troops to Chicago following violent protests and federal agent confrontations, escalating tensions with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker who opposes the move.
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300 - Number of National Guard troops Trump deploying to Chicago amid unrest.
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"Ignore at your own peril" — Retired military officer warns Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of looming dangers.
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