Why Syrian rebel groups were finally able to topple Assad regime, professor explains
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The people of Syria are celebrating after rebel groups toppled President Bashar al-Assad. North Central College professor of political science William Muck discusses the latest developments.

Trump vows to end birthright citizenship: Here's why that won't be easy

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship on Day 1 of his second term, but the constitution makes that nearly impossible, scholars say.

GOP lawmakers are 'over the moon' about DOGE
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There is a mix of excitement and skepticism over his new Department of Government Efficiency, aimed at cutting government waste.

Trump in the spotlight, Biden in the hotseat
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President-elect Donald Trump made his first public appearance in weeks on Thursday night. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is considering issuing broad pre-emptive pardons to people.

Are more Biden pardons on the way?
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President Joe Biden may be considering a whole slew of pardons for a number of public officials and allies. It would be a preemptive move to shield them from possible prosecutions as the second Trump administration continues to take shape.

Rev. Jackson asks Biden to pardon his son, Jesse Jackson Jr.

In a heartfelt appeal, Rev. Jackson highlighted the importance of second chances, a value he says President Biden has demonstrated through his recent pardon of his own son, Hunter Biden.

Rev. Jackson asks Biden to pardon his son, Jesse Jackson Jr.
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In a heartfelt appeal, Rev. Jackson highlighted the importance of second chances, a value he says President Biden has demonstrated through his recent pardon of his own son, Hunter Biden.

Paris on Politics: What did Mayor Johnson know and when did he know it?
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Turmoil at City Hall. Questions over CPS. What did Mayor Johnson know and when did he know it? More in this episode of "Paris on Politics."

House shuts down efforts to release Matt Gaetz ethics report

The House has shut down Democrats’ efforts to release the long-awaited ethics report into former Rep. Matt Gaetz.

Cook County?s first Black transgender elected official discusses historic win
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A Chicago woman is making history as the first Black transgender elected official in Cook County history. It comes amid controversy nationwide over trans-elected officials and what bathrooms they can use.

House hearing on Trump rally shooting turns into shouting match
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A congressional hearing on the Secret Service's failure to stop the attempted assassination of President-elect Trump turned into a shouting match. Connor Hansen has the story.

How could tariffs impact you directly?
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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office, concerns are mounting over the possibility of new tariffs.

Henyard rips Harris as Thornton Township caucus dispute sparks legal battle
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A contentious Democratic caucus in Thornton Township on Tuesday night has raised questions about its fairness and could prevent Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard from running for township supervisor next year.