Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago, with a focus on ensuring the safety and security of all attendees and residents. Outside police agencies will be assisting in securing the event, with up to 500 officers from Illinois agencies expected to bolster security efforts. These officers will primarily be stationed at checkpoints around the convention sites at the United Center and McCormick Place, allowing Chicago police officers to focus on more volatile areas within the city.
All Chicago police officers have undergone training in constitutional policing in anticipation of the convention, and additional officers arriving for the event will receive further instruction on city policies and expectations. Federal law enforcement agencies have been preparing for over a year, and while no known threats have been made related to the convention, security measures remain a top priority.
