Up First from NPR Trump and Chicago, Trump Assassination Attempt Trial, Russia Ukraine Drone Attacks
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Sep 8, 2025 Tensions rise in Chicago as President Trump walks back a controversial warning that shook local sentiment. Meanwhile, jury selection begins for a man accused of attempting to assassinate him, raising eyebrows about his self-representation in court. Across the globe, Russia intensifies its drone assaults in Ukraine, striking key targets and straining peace negotiations. The discussion also touches on Trump's proposed sanctions against Russia, as Ukraine continues to enhance its military defenses against the escalating conflict.
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Militarized Rhetoric Raises Local Alarm
- Trump's social post framed enforcement as a militarized response, which alarmed local officials and residents.
- His verbal rollback to "clean up our city" left plans vague and kept tension high across Chicago.
Chicago Residents Describe Fear And Disruption
- Residents continued daily life but reported visible fear and protests after the post.
- In Pilsen, Andrea Soria described family members too scared to leave home and relying on her for groceries.
Legal Limits Make Deployments Uncharted
- Legal limits constrain federal troop use for domestic law enforcement, creating uncertainty about planned deployments.
- A recent California ruling found such deployments illegal, but that ruling applies only in that state and is being appealed.