Paris on Politics: CPS CEO departure, Trump's decision on Israel-Iran & NYC mayoral race
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," CPS bids farewell to CEO Pedro Martinez, who cautions about the growing influence of the teachers' union. President Trump announces he will decide within the next two weeks whether to involve the U.S. in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. We present perspectives both supporting and opposing Israel's preemptive strikes. Additionally, we explore the future of New York City as the race for mayor heats up in the Big Apple. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Paris on Politics: Trump?s ICE comments, Israel-Iran conflict & Chicago curfew debate
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we break down why President Trump?s social media posts about ICE raids could be more political than practical. Then, we delve into the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran with a report from the ground in Tel Aviv. As the situation intensifies, questions arise about potential involvement from the United States, with President Trump keeping his strategy under wraps. Plus, the debate surrounding the city's snap curfew ordinance, with insights into whether the police department truly needs a curfew to manage criminal activities effectively. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Paris on Politics: Mayor Johnson set to veto 'snap' curfew
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A divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance to allow for temporary curfews aimed at preventing so-called "teen takeovers," although Mayor Brandon Johnson said he will veto the measure.

Paris on Politics: Trump weighs U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran conflict
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All eyes on the Middle East as tensions escalate and missiles fly between Israel and Iran. Back home, the debate rages over whether the U.S. should get involved.

ICE agent blocks Illinois lawmakers from entering South Loop facility
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Illinois Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Jonathan Jackson say they were denied entry while investigating alleged ICE misconduct at a South Loop facility.

Paris on Politics: Political violence, ICE raids, Trump vs. Pritzker & teacher?s union lawsuit
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we delve into the shocking political assassination in Minnesota, with a suspect now in custody. We explore the Illinois connection and discuss why political violence is on the rise in the United States. Then, President Trump ramps up the rhetoric, threatening to send more ICE agents to Democratic-run cities like Chicago. Hear what Illinois Governor Pritzker had to say. Next, outgoing CPS CEO Pedro Martinez has choice words for the controversial Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson before leaving Chicago. Plus, a breakdown of Michael Madigan's testimony in the trial that led to a seven-and-a-half-year prison sentence. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Paris on Politics: Outgoing Chicago Public Schools CEO says CTU 'bullied' him
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Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez is leaving his post this week to take on the top education job in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. But it didn't stop him from taking some parting shots at the Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Paris on Politics: Pritzker addresses ICE raids
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President Trump is issuing new threats to the city of Chicago and to Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

?Bozo?s circus?: Political reporters break down sanctuary hearing | Paris on Politics
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Welcome to a special edition of "Paris on Politics." Our heads are spinning after eight hours of intense hearings on sanctuary state policies featuring Governor Pritzker, along with New York Governor Hochul and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Amid the heated debate on immigration policies, we witnessed wild rants covering topics from the Chinese Communist Party to discussions on weapons of war. This is apparently what passes for discourse in the nation's capital these days. For some expert analysis, we're joined by our good longtime friend, Rick Pearson from the Chicago Tribune. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan sentenced in corruption case

Michael Madigan, the once-powerful speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, has learned his fate following his conviction on bribery and conspiracy charges earlier this year.

Pritzker slams House Republicans after sanctuary law hearing: ‘Again, nothing accomplished'

After testifying before the House Oversight Committee in Washington, D.C. for eight hours on Thursday over the state of Illinois' sanctuary policies, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said ultimately, nothing was accomplished.

LaHood blasts Pritzker over migrant crime in Illinois, says sanctuary policies are ?government malpractice?
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During a heated congressional hearing on sanctuary state policies, Illinois Rep. Darin LaHood accused Gov. J.B. Pritzker of endangering public safety by refusing to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. LaHood cited specific Illinois crimes involving migrants and claimed that Pritzker?s support for laws like the Illinois Way Forward Act creates ?bureaucratic roadblocks? for law enforcement. Pritzker pushed back, defending his record and saying the federal government needs to do more to fix immigration.