Paris on Politics: Chicago's hiring practices, immigrant healthcare debate & invasive carp
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we are discussing the Department of Justice's civil rights investigation into the City of Chicago’s employment practices, which was prompted by Mayor Brandon Johnson's recent remarks. Then, tens of thousands of Illinois migrants are at risk of losing health coverage under the governor's budget proposal. We debate the issue. Next, we meet Aurora's new mayor, John Laesch, to learn about the changes he plans to implement. Plus, President Donald Trump signed a memo to combat invasive carp in Lake Michigan. Here's what we know. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
President Trump pushes tax cuts, border security bill on Capitol Hill
President Donald Trump was on Capitol Hill on Tuesday to push the passage of his "big, beautiful bill" which includes large tax cuts, border security spending and other budget cuts.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson answers questions on DOJ probe into city hiring
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson answered questions from the news media on May 20, 2025 after the Department of Justice announced an investigation into the city's hiring practices.
Ashli Babbitt settlement: Trump administration agrees to pay family nearly $5M
The Trump administration has agreed to settle a wrongful death lawsuit and pay just under $5 million to Ashli Babbitt’s family.
President Trump's "big beautiful bill" faces pushback from Republicans
President Donald Trump heads to Capitol Hill today for some legislative arm-twisting. House Republicans are struggling to pass what he calls his "big beautiful bill."
Paris on Politics: Trump signs memo to combat invasive carp
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Aurora's new mayor warns residents tax hike likely
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: DOJ's Chicago investigation, immigrant healthcare debate
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
James Comey calls Secret Service probe over beach photo ‘a distraction’
Former FBI director James Comey says he’s baffled that a beach photo he posted led to accusations of threatening Donald Trump—and an in-person interview with the Secret Service.
Rep. LaMonica McIver charged with assault after Newark mayor’s arrest outside ICE facility
New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver is facing federal assault charges after a clash with officers during the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka outside a detention center. Prosecutors dropped Baraka’s case but say McIver impeded law enforcement.
New Aurora mayor warns residents that property tax hike likely: 'They know we're in trouble'
Aurora’s new mayor says a tax hike might be the only way out of a multimillion-dollar hole.
Underwood not running for Durbin's vacated Senate seat
Illinois Rep. Lauren underwood has announced she will not be making a run for for Dick Durbin's Senate seat.
New Aurora mayor warns of possible tax hike amid city’s financial troubles
Aurora’s new mayor, John Laesch, says the city is facing an $88 million shortfall after years of tax breaks and development deals under former Mayor Richard Irvin—leaving property tax increases on the table.
Vance delivers Bears jersey to Pope Leo XIV
Vice President J.D. Vance met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the war in Ukraine and peace negotiations—capping the visit with a Chicago Bears jersey before President Trump extended a White House invitation.
Politics: Trump can deport Venezuelans, Biden cancer diagnosis, Russia-Ukraine war
Here are today's headlines from the political world.
Supreme Court allows Trump to strip legal protections from 350K Venezuelans, deportations could follow
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Trump administration to strip legal protections from 350,000 Venezuelans, potentially exposing them to deportation.
New Thornton Township supervisor to be sworn in to replace Tiffany Henyard
A new supervisor will be sworn in to lead Thornton Township on Monday, ending the controversial tenure of Tiffany Henyard.
Peace talks between Russia, Ukraine falter fast — Trump to call leaders Monday
The first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine since the early weeks of Moscow's 2022 invasion ended after less than two hours on Friday. Now President Trump says he'll talk to the presidents of both countries on Monday.
Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten sickle cell research
Proposed cuts to Medicaid, a government health insurance program for low-income Americans, could threaten critical care for patients with sickle cell disease.
Chicago Teacher Union election: Stacy Davis-Gates wins reelection as president
The Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis-Gates was reelected to another term this week, fending off a challenge from Erika Meza.