CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 02: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker speaks to the press as Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson listens on September 02, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. They called the press conference to address President Donald Trump's threat to bring the National Guard and an influx of ICE agents into the city to help control crime. (Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images)
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said Tuesday they will fight President Donald Trump's plan to send federal troops and immigration agents to Chicago, calling it unlawful and politically motivated.
At a joint news conference, Pritzker said there is "no justification" for federal forces in the city.
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