Jack Smith investigation: Case opened into ex-Trump prosecutor

An independent watchdog agency responsible for enforcing a law against partisan political activity by federal employees has opened an investigation into Jack Smith.

Jobs report shocks Wall Street, markets sink as tariffs and unemployment spike
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New job numbers fall far short of expectations, sending the Dow tumbling amid rising unemployment, delayed tariffs, and growing economic and geopolitical tensions.

Paris on Politics: Interest rates, Cook County property tax delays & political free-for-all?
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On this episode of ?Paris on Politics,? the Federal Reserve takes action on interest rates, announcing that the best path forward is more of the same. Meanwhile, another high-profile Chicago-area member of Congress calls it quits, setting off a free-for-all. We'll also delve into the technology snafus that are delaying Cook County property tax bills by months. Additionally, Governor Pritzker praises a new proposal aimed at cracking down on human trafficking in Illinois. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

American families could get $2,400 rebate checks from tariff money

A GOP senator has introduced a bill to send tariff rebate checks to Americans, days after President Trump floated the idea.

Democrats invoke rare Senate rule to demand DOJ release Epstein files

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said he was compelling the Justice Department and FBI to release the Jeffrey Epstein files though a century-old law.

Paris on Politics: Mad dash for Congressional seats
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FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Dems to use century-old law to get Epstein documents
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Congress is not giving up its pursuit for answers in the Jeffrey Epstein case. Just this morning, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Democrats are turning to a rarely-used law to get the Epstein files released.

Chicago congressman's expected retirement leaves another House seat open in 2026
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U.S. Rep. Danny Davis, 83, a Democrat who has represented parts of Chicago for nearly 30 years in Congress, is expected to announce he won't seek a 16th term in the House of Representatives, according to sources.

Medicare and Medicaid turn 60 amid trillions in funding cuts
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Medicare and Medicaid are turning 60 years old, but the mark come with concerns form lawmakers as President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill is expected to cut $1 trillion in both programs.

Longtime Chicago congressman won't seek reelection in 2026, sources say
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U.S. Rep. Danny Davis, 83, a Democrat who has represented parts of Chicago for nearly 30 years in Congress, is expected to announce he won't seek a 16th term in the House of Representatives, according to sources.

Chicago Rep. Danny Davis, 83, won't seek reelection to Congress

Rep. Danny Davis, a Democrat who's represented parts of Chicago for nearly 30 years, is expected to announce he won't seek reelection in 2026.

Ghislaine Maxwell willing to answer more questions if she gets immunity

Ghislaine Maxwell wants immunity in exchange for testifying before Congress as it investigates the Epstein case and whether the Justice Department should release more information.

After NYC high-rise shooting, spotlight turns to Illinois' red flag law
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A deadly shooting in New York raises urgent questions?Illinois officials discuss how the state's red flag law aims to prevent similar tragedies through temporary firearm restraining orders.

Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Gaza crisis a 'genocide' amid Democrats’ call for relief

Republicans are backing Trump's handling of the situation and supporting Israel, but outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the crisis a “genocide” this week amid Democrats’ call for help.