National debt exceeds $35 TRILLION for the first time
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The United State's national debt has exceeded $35 trillion for the first time ever. Here's what that means.

Can Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump? Initial reaction from swing states

Harris is poised to become the Democratic nominee. The focus now shifts to how she measures up against former President Donald Trump, who had been leading in several polls before Biden's withdrawal.

JD Vance and the origin of the 'crazy cat lady' trope

During a 2021 interview, JD Vance claimed the country was run by “childless cat ladies," a term related to a trope that dates back centuries.

Report: Kamala Harris' running mate pick coming soon

The vice president reportedly could select her running mate before a tour of battleground states next week.

Secret Service acting director testifies about Trump rally security
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Acting Director of the Secret Service Ronald Rowe and FBI officials fielded questions from the Senate about security failures that led to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Trump explains Christians ‘won't have to vote again’ comments

Donald Trump was pressed by FOX News Channel’s Laura Ingraham about what he meant when he told Christian supporters they would not have to vote again in four years. Here's what he said.

Chicago alderman sounds alarm on migrant surge ahead of DNC: 'We can't handle any more'

Chicago is bracing for as many as 25,000 migrants to arrive in the Windy City ahead of next month's Democratic National Convention, with one local alderman warning the city is already "tapped out" of resources.

Potential Democratic vice president pick drops out of the running
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Vice President Kamala Harris is edging closer to picking a running mate with the field of possible contenders now narrowing. As Democrats begin to push a new attack line on Republicans, GOP nominee Donald Trump said he's willing to meet Harris on the debate stage.

Trump coming to Chicago on Wednesday
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Former President Donald Trump is set to attend the National Association of Black Journalists annual Convention & Career Fair in Chicago on Wednesday.

Pritzker: No Bears stadium deal in 2024
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The Chicago Bears' hopes of securing a deal for a new stadium before the end of the year appear dim, according to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker.

Biden calls for major changes to Supreme Court
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A recent Fox News poll indicated that 60 percent of voters believe the Supreme Court is too conservative.

Analyzing Biden's Supreme Court reform proposal
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North Central College political science professor Stephen Caliendo discusses the constitutional amendment on presidential immunity, progressives' push for Biden to expand the Supreme Court, the potential implementation of a code of conduct for the Supreme Court, and what actions, if any, Biden can take to diminish Supreme Court power.

Battleground: The fight for America?s future
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In this episode of Battleground, we analyze the impact of Kamala Harris replacing Joe Biden on the Democratic ticket. With key issues like abortion rights in Arizona and the Arab American vote in Michigan, we provide the latest polling data and insights from the campaign trail.

Damen Green Line stop slated to open next week
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A Green Line stop that's been in the works for more than seven years is opening just in time for the Democratic National Convention.