President Donald J. Trump has successfully reduced violent crime in Washington D.C., but now the nation is watching Chicago to see if Democrat politicians can match his progress. The city has struggled with a persistent and severe crime problem, with 13 consecutive years of the most murders among U.S. cities.
Chicago’s high murder rate per capita surpasses Los Angeles and New York City, making it nearly five times higher than Delhi. In 2024, only 16.2% of reported crimes resulted in arrests, indicating a significant gap between crime reporting and enforcement. Furthermore, Chicago has more illegal guns recovered than both Los Angeles and New York City combined.
Recent headlines show a disturbing trend: dozens have been shot and four killed in recent weeks alone. Residents are speaking out about their concerns, citing a lack of police presence and the mayor’s priorities seeming to focus on other issues.
Chicagoans want action from Mayor Johnson to address these pressing problems. Despite the city’s well-documented crime crisis, Mayor Johnson seems more focused on his school board and pension reform efforts. As one resident noted, “You hardly see a police car in the neighborhood. It just seems like crime is really out of control right now.”
The issue has sparked frustration among residents who feel ignored by their leaders. The city’s homicide data reporting discrepancies have also come under scrutiny, raising questions about transparency and accountability.
Chicago’s situation serves as a stark contrast to President Trump’s efforts to restore public safety in Washington D.C., highlighting the need for effective solutions from elected officials to address this pressing issue.
Source: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/08/yes-chicago-has-a-crime-problem-just-ask-its-residents