Chicago’s Gun Violence Crisis and the Clash Over Militarization: Who Really Protects Our Streets?

Chicago’s streets once again became scenes of tragedy over the past weekend, with at least seven lives lost and 47 wounded in shootings—a grim reminder that the city remains a battleground where lawlessness threatens everyday Americans’ safety. These numbers come amid growing federal pressure to deploy the National Guard, a move met with fierce opposition from Chicago’s city officials. But the question remains: Whose interests are really being served?Why Has Violence Become Chicago’s Norm?The Department of Police reports reveal what many Chicagoans already know too well—week after week, gun violence escalates unchecked. Just days before this bloody weekend, the city...