Mr. Pritzker’s office said in an email to The Associated Press on Tuesday that Illinois is forming a task force to combat violent crime on public transit, and if Mr. Trump is serious about reducing crime, he would release funding for more federal law enforcement agents to support the state.
Donald Trump threatens funding for Chicago transit after woman set on fire
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Mr. Pritzker has said the administration’s immigration enforcement efforts and desire to send in National Guard troops are inflaming tensions already running high with protests over an immigration enforcement surge.
JD Vance, vice president, criticizes Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker over Chicago violence
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