9 h. ago JB Pritzker condemns political violence after Charlie Kirk's death, says Trump's rhetoric 'often foments it'

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker condemned the assassination of Charlie Kirk while criticizing President Donald Trump's rhetoric for "fomenting" political violence.

Politics

17 h. ago Gov. JB Pritzker Blames Trump After Charlie Kirk Assassinated: 'President's Rhetoric Often Foments' Violence

In the immediate aftermath of the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday, Illinois' left-wing Democrat Gov. JB Pritzker decried "political violence" while accusing President Donald Trump of "fomenting" it — despite his own recent history of incendiary comments. The post Gov. JB Pritzker Blames Trump After Charlie Kirk Assassinated: ‘President’s Rhetoric Often Foments’ Violence appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

32 h. ago Legal experts predict Trump will win National Guard battle despite federal judge ruling

Trump faces legal challenges over National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, but the president is threatening similar action in Chicago, New York and other cities.

Politics

32 h. ago Trump says he's fighting crime. Illinois Gov. Pritzker sees a power grab before 2026

Steve Inskeep speaks with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about President Trump's threats to send National Guard troops to Chicago and the future of the Democratic Party.

Politics

32 h. ago Why Gov. Pritzker says Trump's threats to Chicago make him worry about 2026 elections

Steve Inskeep speaks with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about President Trump's threats to send National Guard troops to Chicago and the future of the Democratic Party.

Politics

48 h. ago VIDEO: FBI Chicago Arrests Man Accused of Threatening ICE Officers, Political Figures

A man in suburban Chicago is accused of making violent threats against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials, the news coming as President Donald Trump plans to crack down on illegal immigration in the city. The post VIDEO: FBI Chicago Arrests Man Accused of Threatening ICE Officers, Political Figures appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

2 d. ago Chicago Democrat warns 'history will prove' party wrong on crime as officials reject Trump's help

Chicago alderman Raymond Lopez criticizes fellow Democrats Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Johnson for downplaying crime concerns while opposing Trump's proposed crackdown.

Events

3 d. ago Trump dials back threats to Chicago, but says he still plans to send National Guard

President Trump is dialing back his threats to Chicago, after posting on social media that the city is "about to find out why it's called the Department of WAR." But tensions are still high.

Politics

3 d. ago Trump walks back Chicago 'war' threat, but vows to 'clean up' cities

Trump posted online that Chicago was "about to find out why it's called the Department of WAR," but later said his administration wouldn't go to war with American cities but rather "clean them up."

Events

3 d. ago Trump Downplays Post Threatening Chicago, Saying He Wants to ‘Clean Up’ City

The president had said on social media that Chicago was “about to find out why it’s called the Department of WAR,” drawing a fierce rebuke from Democrats.

Politics

3 d. ago WATCH: Trump says ‘we’re not going to war’ with Chicago after threatening city on social media

WATCH: Trump says ‘we’re not going to war’ with Chicago after threatening city on social media  PBS

Events

4 d. ago Wes Moore: Trump's 'Threat' to Chicago Is 'Embarrassing and Performative'

Sunday on NBC's "Meet the Press," Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) claimed President Donald Trump's social media post about the National Guard coming to Chicago is a "threat" that was both "embarrassing and performative." The post Wes Moore: Trump’s ‘Threat’ to Chicago Is ‘Embarrassing and Performative’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

4 d. ago Democrats slam Trump for 'war' threats targeting US cities: 'Not your war zone'

Democrats across the country are criticizing President Donald Trump for a social media post that appeared to threaten Chicago with deportations and the U.S. military.

Events

4 d. ago Trump threatens ‘war’ on Chicago as thousands protest federal crackdown

Trump threatens ‘war’ on Chicago as thousands protest federal crackdown  Al Jazeera

Politics

4 d. ago In Chicago, Mexican Independence Day celebrations shadowed by Trump’s threats

In Chicago, Mexican Independence Day celebrations shadowed by Trump’s threats  Los Angeles Times

Politics

4 d. ago Tensions Mount As Trump Administration Threatens Federal Crackdown in Chicago

In a social media post, President Trump said Chicago was “about to find out why it’s called the Department of WAR.” Illinois officials condemned the message.

Politics

4 d. ago Chicago mayor calls Trump's federalization threats 'beneath the honor of our nation,' protests planned

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls on citizens to protect the city from President Donald Trump after social media post targeting Chicago.

Politics

4 d. ago Chicago responds to President Trump's threats of troop deployment

WBEZ's Adriana Cardona Maguigad reports on reaction in Chicago as Trump renews threats to send in National Guard troops and increase ICE enforcement.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘I love the smell of deportations in the morning’: Trump threatens Chicago with apocalyptic force

‘I love the smell of deportations in the morning’: Trump threatens Chicago with apocalyptic force  The Seattle Times

Politics

4 d. ago Trump Provokes Anger After Threatening Chicago With ‘Department of War’

Trump Provokes Anger After Threatening Chicago With ‘Department of War’  Time Magazine

Politics