Morning Wire Chicago’s Crime Standoff & India Courts China | 9.2.25
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Sep 2, 2025 Tim Pierce, a Daily Wire reporter, dives into the escalating crime in Chicago and its political implications. He discusses Mayor Johnson's protests against Trump's crime crackdown and the tension between local authorities and federal law enforcement. The conversation also shifts to a significant summit involving India, Russia, and Turkey, which could reshape global alliances. Lastly, Pierce highlights the FDA's alarming stance on the new synthetic opioid 7-OH, addressing rising addiction concerns among young people.
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Chicago Mayor Leads Anti-Trump Protest
- Mayor Brandon Johnson led a protest against President Trump in Chicago while claiming federal moves would be an 'invasion.'
- Alderman Raymond Lopez criticized local leaders for choosing social-media fights over coordinating with the White House.
Trump Uses D.C. As Crime-Reduction Example
- President Trump touted D.C. crime reductions and urged other cities to cooperate with his federal enforcement approach.
- He used D.C.'s results to argue cities like Chicago have more to gain by working with his administration.
Courts Are Checking Rapid Deportations
- Federal courts blocked several deportation actions, citing legal doubts about specific removals of migrants and minors.
- These rulings complicate the administration's immigration enforcement even as it pursues aggressive measures elsewhere.