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Trump orders National Guard troops to Chicago

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President Trump authorized hundreds of National Guard troops to Chicago, according to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, who opposes the decision. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi has the latest.

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  • President Trump authorized deployment of hundreds of National Guard troops to Chicago. 6s
  • Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and local officials objected, stating no need for federal troops. 20s
  • A memo indicates 300 Illinois National Guard members will be federalized to protect federal property. 1m 1s
  • Additional Texas National Guard troops will be split between Chicago and Portland. 1m 16s
  • A woman was shot by federal agents in Chicago during an incident involving a reported weapon. 1m 22s
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