Chicago Labor Day Weekend Sees Over 50 Shot, 8 Killed Amidst Political Tensions
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Over Labor Day weekend, Chicago experienced at least 54 shootings, including seven fatalities, amid political tensions as President Trump threatened to deploy federal troops and the National Guard to the city, which local officials strongly opposed, citing concerns over federal overreach and potential escalation of violence.
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