Trump to attend fundraiser in Chicago hosted by Cubs co-owner Todd Ricketts
Trump rally at UIC cancelled for 'security reasons'
Supporters and opponents of Donald Trump gathered at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago for a showdown on Friday afternoon, and the rally ended up being canceled for security reasons.
CHICAGO - President Donald Trump will be visiting Chicago in late October for a high-dollar fundraiser. Cubs co-owner Todd Ricketts is hosting the event.
The Chicago Tribune reports that tickets will start at $2,800. A $35,000 donation will get you a photo with the president, and a $100,000 donation will get you a round-table sit-down with Trump.
The event is tentatively planned for Monday, October 28 at Trump Tower, the Tribune reports. The president is also likely to give a speech to the National Convention of Police Chiefs.
Trump's visit comes amid a contentious fight with city leaders over immigration and policing policies. The president has called them "weak" and "ineffective."
Last time Trump visited the city in 2016, there was a massive protest and his rally at UIC ended up being canceled due to security reasons. Video from inside the event showed chaos and fights breaking out between supporters and protesters.
Activist discusses story behind Trump UIC protest
Community activist Jedidiah Brown joined Good Day Chicago to discuss what sparked the violence during Donald Trump's rally at UIC on Friday.