Trump after deadly Chicago weekend: 'I want to help'

President Donald Trump on Monday insisted he sought to help the people of Chicago with the deployment of federal forces in the wake of a deadly weekend in the windy city.

Trump has repeatedly suggested he may send federal forces to Chicago, Ill., to expand his crackdown on crime in major American cities, which began in Washington, D.C.

"6 people were murdered in Chicago this weekend, 12 others were shot, and in serious condition. This would mean that over the past number of weeks, approximately 50 people were killed, and hundreds were shot, many expected to die," Trump posted on Truth Social.

"Governor Pritzker just stated that he doesn’t want Federal Government HELP! WHY??? What is wrong with this guy, and the 5% in Polls Mayor," he added. "I want to help the people of Chicago, not hurt them. Only the Criminals will be hurt! We can move fast and stop this madness. The City and State have not been able to do the job. People of Illinois should band together and DEMAND PROTECTION. IT IS ONLY GOING TO GET WORSE!!!"

Trump's suggestion has led to stiff opposition from Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. J.B. Pritzker, D-Ill., both of whom have insisted crime in the city is not a serious problem.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.