Pastor Corey Brooks, founder of Project H.O.O.D., and former Trump political strategist Janiyah Thomas have been vocal about the need for the federal government to take a more active role in addressing Chicago’s violent crime epidemic. On recent appearances on ‘Fox News Live,’ they have argued that the city is ‘desperately in need’ of the National Guard to restore order and protect citizens from the growing threat of violence.
Brooks, known for his controversial rhetoric and involvement in the movement to remove Mayor Lori Lightfoot from office, has consistently called for federal intervention in Chicago’s law enforcement capacity. He and Thomas, who previously worked for Donald Trump, have framed the current situation as a matter of national security and public safety. Their push for military involvement reflects a broader debate over the role of local versus federal authorities in managing crime in major cities.
The proposal has sparked a range of reactions, with some officials and community leaders warning against the deployment of the National Guard. Critics argue that such actions could further exacerbate tensions and divert resources from local law enforcement agencies. However, Brooks and Thomas maintain that the situation has reached a critical point that cannot be addressed through traditional policing methods alone.