Gov. Pritzker orders 4% cuts across state agencies, blames federal policies

Gov. JB Pritzker is directing state agencies to identify 4% spending cuts in next year’s budget, citing what he called "disastrous economic policies" by President Donald Trump.

Trump DOJ official argues against Illinois assault weapons ban
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The Illinois law that bans assault weapons is facing big opposition from the Trump administration. A top Department of Justice official argued against the law in court during a hearing on Monday.

Trump confronts global leaders at U.N. over immigration, energy
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President Donald Trump returned to the United Nations Tuesday to deliver a speech on his second-term foreign policy achievements.

Trump confronts global leaders at U.N. over immigration, energy

President Donald Trump delivered a combative speech at the United Nations, attacking European leaders for “destroying your heritage" through immigration and dismissing climate change as a “con job."

Are Chicago pension liabilities on the brink? | The Chicago Report
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What does Chicago need to do to account for its increasing pension liabilities? State Sen. Robert Martwick and former CPS executive director Paul Vallas debate the issue.

Trump to meet with Congressional Dem leaders amid shutdown fight

President Donald Trump plans to accept an invitation from top Congressional Democrats to meet and discuss a solution for avoiding a government shutdown, according to POLITICO.

Trump to sign TikTok deal, giving US majority ownership
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President Trump is expected to agree to a deal this week that would make the popular short-form video social media app TikTok mostly owned by American investors.

Kamala Harris? new book ?107 Days? stirs controversy | Democratic strategist reacts
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Kamala Harris? new book 107 Days is set to release this week and is already stirring controversy. Mike Nellis, a Democratic strategist and former senior adviser to Harris during her time as vice president, joins us to share why he admires her decision to ?speak her truth.?

Tariff wars shift global trade as U.S. imports fall and exports surge elsewhere
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New data shows U.S. imports dropping and global exporters like China and India finding new markets, as world leaders push back against President Trump's aggressive trade demands.

Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA makes stop at U of M

Turning Point USA, the group founded by Charlie Kirk, held a previously scheduled event at the University of Minnesota on Monday. The event comes a day after a memorial service was held in Arizona for the conservative activist.

Charlie Kirk's family: Who are his wife, kids, parents?

Among those speaking at Charlie Kirk's funeral will be high-profile political figures such as President Trump, as well as those who knew him more intimately, including his wife, Erika Kirk.

Charlie Kirk funeral draws thousands; Trump, top officials deliver tributes

Thousands gathered at State Farm Stadium in Arizona on Sunday for the funeral of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, held 11 days after his assassination at Utah Valley University.

Trump to award Ben Carson Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he will award Ben Carson the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Charlie Kirk's funeral service: Speakers and schedule

High-profile political figures will be speaking at Charlie Kirk’s funeral, including the president and vice president.

Canada, UK, Australia formally recognize Palestinian statehood

The announcements of recognizing Palestinian statehood have angered Israel and the United States, who argue it emboldens extremists.