Second judge pauses Trump’s birthright citizenship order

The president’s citizenship order was already on hold temporarily after multiple states filed lawsuits to stop the executive action.

Illinois makes it easier for grandparents to care for foster kids
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Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that makes it easier for grandparents and other relatives to be allowed to take guardianship of children in the state?s child welfare system.

'Stop Trump's Power Grab' rally to be held in downtown Chicago

Activists are rallying in downtown Chicago today, calling on U.S. Senators to stop President Donald Trump's executive orders and his incoming nominees.

Trump admin recalls USAID staff worldwide amid foreign aid freeze

The Trump administration is recalling USAID staff from overseas, placing most on leave as part of a broader foreign aid freeze. The move effectively dismantles the agency's global presence and has sparked backlash from diplomatic and humanitarian groups.

Trump says US will 'take over' Gaza Strip, doesn't rule out troop deployment

President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, marking the first foreign leader visit of Trump’s second term.

Chicago mayor to open gift closet to public — but there's a catch

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said on Tuesday that the public will have a chance to see what’s inside City Hall’s gift closet—but there’s a catch.

Trump says he's given orders for Iran to be 'obliterated' if it assassinates him

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has left instructions to “obliterate" Iran if the country follows through on alleged threats to assassinate him.

China hits back as Trump's tariffs go into effect
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The White House says it's a drug war not a trade war after the president's tariffs on Chinese goods went into effect overnight.

China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list

China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.