URGENT UPDATE: A fiery confrontation unfolded on Fox News’ “Jesse Watters Primetime” last night as host Jesse Watters and Democrat strategist Mike Nellis engaged in a heated shouting match over President Donald Trump‘s plans to deploy the National Guard in Chicago. The intense exchange, which occurred on July 25, 2023, has drawn widespread attention and debate.
During the segment, Nellis, a former adviser on Vice President Kamala Harris‘ presidential campaign, challenged Trump’s focus on Chicago, arguing that the city has consistently rejected him in elections, losing by 80% each time. “Chicago has had the chance to vote for Donald Trump three times and he lost by 80% each of the three times he was on the ballot,” Nellis stated emphatically. He suggested that Trump should redirect his attention to areas facing severe issues in red states.
Watters, not backing down, interrupted Nellis repeatedly, asserting that Chicago’s problems warrant Trump’s involvement. “Chicago’s a little bigger than Baton Rouge, Mike. You live in Chicago, you should care!” Watters shouted, expressing frustration over Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson‘s refusal to accept federal assistance, claiming, “They’re offering him more cops, more guards, and he says ‘No, more housing.’ What the hell’s wrong with him?”
Nellis attempted to maintain composure, emphasizing the need for community safety without the presence of military vehicles. “I’m not gonna feel safe in my city if, when I take my son to school, I have to drive by a tank,” he stated, highlighting a crucial emotional aspect of the discussion.
The exchange escalated on social media, with Nellis posting clips of the confrontation on X, asserting, “Seems I triggered @JesseBWatters a bit tonight.” He further urged Trump to focus on emergencies in Republican-controlled areas, adding, “I told Donald Trump to stay the f— out of Chicago.”
This incident reflects broader tensions as Trump has hinted at military involvement in cities with high crime rates, including Chicago, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and New York. Critics point out that many of these cities are overwhelmingly Democratic, while an analysis from Axios reveals that 13 of the 20 U.S. cities with the highest murder rates are located in red states, such as Jackson, Birmingham, St. Louis, and Memphis.
The heated debate highlights ongoing divisions in American politics and the urgent discussions surrounding crime and safety in urban areas. As reactions continue to pour in, viewers and analysts alike are left questioning the implications of Trump’s controversial approach to crime and public safety.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
