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Trump at NABJ in Chicago
National
2 years ago
In Chicago, Donald Trump falsely suggests Kamala Harris misled voters about her race

The former president appeared before the National Association of Black Journalists in Chicago Wednesday in an interview that quickly turned hostile.

Police
National
2 years ago
Duckworth reintroduces law enforcement accountability legislation in wake of Sonya Massey shooting

The legislation encourages better training for police officers and mandates the use of independent investigations and prosecutions to avoid conflicts of interest.

Massey funeral banner
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2 years ago
Biden and Harris release statements on Massey shooting and push for George Floyd Justice in Policing Act

“Our thoughts are also with the communities across our nation whose calls for help are often met with suspicion, distrust, and even violence.” – VP Kamala Harris

IL Dems
National
2 years ago
More Illinois Democrats – including Pritzker – endorse Harris for president 

Governor, senators, state party on board after not endorsing on Sunday.

President Biden
National
2 years ago
Biden drops out of 2024 race after disastrous debate inflamed age concerns and he endorses Harris

He did not immediately throw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris.

GOP convention in Milwaukee
National
2 years ago
GOP convention sets the stage for the Democratic convention in Chicago, activists and police say

Like Milwaukee, Chicago has also been preparing for months, including a controversial move to relocate a large encampment for homeless people.

GOP Chairs
National
2 years ago
Illinois Republicans urged to look beyond traditional base as national party courts unions

Former N.Y. congressman tells delegates there are persuadable voters in Democratic camps.

RNC Milwaukee
National
2 years ago
At national convention, Illinois’ beleaguered GOP portrays calm amid internal storm

Bailey, Bost claim unity in support of Trump as party prepares for leadership change.

Durbin and Budzinski
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2 years ago
Durbin and Budzinski agree it’s time to look at the impact of political rhetoric after assassination attempt

“We have real differences. We should express them, but violence should never be part of our political discourse,” said Durbin.

Crook neighborhood
National
2 years ago
What we know about the 20-year-old man who tried to assassinate Donald Trump

The FBI said Sunday it has not yet identified any threatening writing or social media posts from Crooks.