In the ever-escalating saga of Chicago’s crime wave, one new operation is poised to make waves: the Midway Blitz. This initiative aims to locate and detain illegal migrants throughout Illinois, a move that’s both timely and overdue, according to its supporters. It’s been named in honor of Katy Abraham, a young woman whose life was tragically snuffed out in a hit-and-run incident by an illegal migrant attempting to flee the country. Armed with fake documents, this individual represents not just a singular tragedy, but a broader issue that Chicago—like many places—struggles to address.
Chicago, it seems, has become ground zero for rampant legal and illegal violations that leave residents feeling more like the extras in a crime drama than citizens in a modern metropolis. Every day, the city grapples with about 100 hit-and-run incidents, a staggering number that shines a harsh light on the deterioration of law and order. Residents are left wondering why local government appears to treat these occurrences as mere accidents, rather than the systemic breakdown they truly indicate.
The federal government, specifically under President Trump’s leadership, seems more than eager to lend a hand—or rather, a battalion—by potentially deploying the National Guard to bring some sense of safety back to the Windy City. Trump has criticized local leaders, equating discussions with them to talking to a wall. It’s a fair point, especially when considering the National Guard was good enough to protect DNC guests yet is somehow deemed a threat when suggested for ensuring the safety of ordinary citizens.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson find themselves in a paradoxical position. Having hailed federal forces when it suited them, they now argue against their presence, calling it a threat to democratic values. Meanwhile, real threats stalk the streets, preying on the very individuals the government is meant to protect. If this sounds like political doublespeak, that’s because it is. In the pursuit of a politically correct narrative, the real victims—residents and lawful citizens—are being shunted aside.
In this tangled mess, clear thinking citizens are undoubtedly leaning towards action rather than hollow assurances. They understand that police can only do so much, arresting perpetrators who are then released back into society by policies like Pritzker’s Safety Act. Until leadership prioritizes the safety of its citizens over political posturing, Midway Blitz may just be the first of many such operations designed to force a reckoning. It poses the question: are Chicago residents truly more fearful of federal troops, or is it the criminals lurking within their communities that keep them up at night? In the end, the choice seems obvious to anyone paying attention.
