Chicago is prepared to host a safe and vibrant Democratic National Convention next month, federal, state and local officials said on Thursday, even as the Secret Service is still reeling from security failures surrounding the assassination attempt against former President Donald J. Trump.
At a news conference in downtown Chicago, elected officials and law enforcement leaders said that they had been in close coordination on security plans for the convention for more than a year.
“Let me state this unequivocally: Chicago is ready,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson, a Democrat.
He added: “Chicago is not just hosting another convention.
We are welcoming another new breath of life into our nation with the historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris.”Still, officials warned that the convention would take place in a heightened security environment.
Persons:
Donald J, ”, Brandon Johnson, Kamala Harris, Kimberly A, Cheatle, Trump, Corey Comperatore
Organizations:
Democratic National Convention, Trump, Democrat
Locations:
Chicago