Chicago and Milwaukee are set to receive a total of $150 million in federal funding for security at the upcoming Democratic and Republican conventions. City officials and law enforcement are actively discussing safety plans and strategies for the events, emphasizing the importance of coordination between federal and local authorities. Chicago police have committed to providing ample staffing for the Democratic National Convention in August.
My work to secure $75 million for Chicago to cover security costs at the DNC paid off. This necessary additional funding will ensure that Chicagoans and high profile political guests alike can safely enjoy the convention. https://t.co/UoYgnG8I1W
Chicago police have pledged "sufficient" citywide staffing for the Democratic National Convention. https://t.co/KQ2OjkGQT2 https://t.co/3tNa9Px1Y9
City officials and the U.S. Secret Service discussed their security plan for this summer's Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday. https://t.co/FPvXFTyMZg
Security concerns around the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago in August brought federal and local officials together Wednesday to discuss strategy and expectations. https://t.co/n6FxCoLITv
City officials discussed preliminary safety plans and strategies for the upcoming DNC Convention to be held in Chicago this August. https://t.co/YhLkx4zpBv
Chicago and Milwaukee, the host cities for this summer’s Democratic and Republican conventions, are expected to receive a combined $150 million in federal dollars to spend on security for the events. https://t.co/PCrK8SNRqJ