President Trump, who has sent the military into Los Angeles and Washington, has targeted states and cities governed by Democrats.

Opponents accuse president of ‘power grab’ as Republicans manoeuvre to extend his control over Washington DC

President Trump said he was considering sending troops to cities like Chicago, New York and Baltimore. State and local leaders say they have crime under control.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker also accuses Republican US president of pushing to ‘manufacture a crisis’ to abuse power.

An executive order released on Monday directs the creation of specialized Guard units to quell civil disturbances in each state and seeks civilian volunteers to assist federal…

The Illinois governor pointed out that eight of the 10 states with the highest homicide rates are led by Republicans.

In the space of a summer, Trump has changed or is trying to change what the National Guard generally does.

President Trump, who has sent the military into Los Angeles and Washington, has targeted states and cities governed by Democrats.