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Trump news at a glance: Anxiety in Chicago as Trump plans to send troops; postal traffic into US drops 80%

Demonstrators in Chicago protest against Donald Trump's proposed escalation of deportations
Demonstrators in Chicago protest against Donald Trump's proposed escalation of deportations. Photograph: Anadolu/Getty Images

At least three events connected to Mexican Independence Day have been canceled or postponed in Chicago, amid reports that Donald Trump plans to send troops and immigration agents as part of plans to launch mass deportations.

Organizers decided to cancel El Grito Chicago, an event that drew 24,000 people last year and was scheduled for 13-14 September.

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