Chicago and Milwaukee are gearing up for the Democratic and Republican National Conventions with increased security measures. Both cities are set to receive a total of $150 million in federal funds for security. The House has approved $75 million for security at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, with the Senate expected to follow suit. City officials in Chicago are discussing safety plans and strategies for the upcoming DNC Convention in August, with a focus on managing protests while ensuring public safety.
#PublicSafetyPalooza ahead of DNC in Chicago this summer, says Politico. https://t.co/GiJV1sEgTL
Chicago police are undergoing fresh training on handling large-scale protests and First Amendment rights ahead of anticipated demonstrations during the Democratic National Convention this summer, Superintendent Larry Snelling said Wednesday. https://t.co/lktercun89
Quigley Secures $75 Million for Chicago Security Ahead of Democratic Convention --release
Chicago’s top cop on Wednesday said his officers are preparing to walk a fine line during this summer’s Democratic National Convention by allowing protesters to have their voices heard while tamping down any violence or vandalism. https://t.co/5hwrRqJUCR
Chicago's top cop says police are getting training to manage protests during the DNC https://t.co/7oQjjJtOyl
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
CPD, Secret Service discuss security plan for Democratic National Convention https://t.co/ceow9VSVq7 https://t.co/Jt8aaSRsDr
City officials discussed preliminary safety plans and strategies for the upcoming DNC Convention to be held in Chicago this August. https://t.co/YhLkx4zpBv
House approves $75 million -- $25 million more than usual -- for security at this summer's Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Milwaukee and GOP get the same deal under measure Senate to ok later this week. https://t.co/RVJWTfem5W
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/GdqLogEkZN
U.S. Secret Service to provide safety plans for Democratic National Convention in Chicago https://t.co/xTsNFe2iyz https://t.co/Vds5i2iRa9
Facing list of threats, Milwaukee looks to expand on police, fire equipment for 2024 RNC https://t.co/t4S9ijn2bi