Chicago police said thousands of officers are being trained to respond directly to possible riots.
ABC7 Chicago Digital TeamSecret Service said it would focus on safety for the convention while CPD trains for protests expected.U.S. Secret Service and Chicago police provided an public update on security and planning preparations for the Chicago Democratic National Convention.
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling and Secret Service DNC Coordinator Jeff Burnside are expected to speak on Monday.Federal, local officials outline Chicago DNC 2024 security strategy led by Secret Service, CPD The agency met with Chicago Police for an executive steering committee to lay out where things stand for the convention in August.
Secret Service said it is leading security for the convention itself, while CPD is training for the large scale protests that are expected.The DNC will take place at the United Center in August. The event will bring thousands of delegates to Chicago, along with media and visitors from all over the world.
For those who live near the Chicago convention venues, there will be headaches. In April, authorities went door-to-door to answer questions, and get a look at the likely security perimeter; and the areas where protest groups will be stationed.
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