Global News Podcast US National Guard troops arrive in Illinois
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Oct 8, 2025 Texas National Guard troops are deployed to Chicago, prompting legal challenges and accusations of political overreach. A government shutdown is disrupting air travel services, leading to significant delays. Meanwhile, an attack on Ecuador's president raises safety concerns, and a Hungarian village's dark history of mass poisonings is revealed. On a lighter note, a couple's vast teapot collection is set for auction, and breakthrough technology using drones to combat malaria is highlighted.
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Federal Troops In Chicago Spark Constitution Debate
- The Trump administration deployed National Guard troops to Chicago claiming they protect federal immigration facilities.
- Illinois officials call the move an unconstitutional politicization of federal force against Democratic-led cities.
Narrative Builds Justification For Deployments
- President Trump frames cities like Chicago as 'war zones' to justify troop deployments and escalations.
- Critics say mass federal immigration sweeps provoke protests which then become pretexts for further deployments.
Prepare For Airport Delays During Shutdowns
- Airports and air traffic control risk severe disruptions during a prolonged US government shutdown.
- Expect staff shortages, delayed flights, and temporary ground stops if controllers call in sick or towers go unmanned.