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Dick Durbin: "Do you remember how they explained it? We were going after the worst of the worst. The terrorists, the rapists, the murderers, the child predators." Trump asked JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson for cooperation to round up the "worst of the worst" and both told the president to buzz off. And where were you, Dick? Did you demand Pritzker and Johnson cooperate with the White House to arrest violent illegals? No. Not one word from you. And now you are trying to portray lawful deportations as inhumane. Your behavior here, and all the lies you told, are further tarnishing your disgraceful legacy.

Dick Durbin: "Do you remember how they explained it? We were going after the worst of the worst. The terrorists, the rapists, the murderers, the child predators." Trump asked JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson for cooperation to round up the "worst of the worst" and both told the president to buzz off. And where were you, Dick? Did you demand Pritzker and Johnson cooperate with the White House to arrest violent illegals? No. Not one word from you. And now you are trying to portray lawful deportations as inhumane. Your behavior here, and all the lies you told, are further tarnishing your disgraceful legacy.

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During a street takeover near Grant Park, a car rams a responding CPD vehicle and pushes it back. Onlookers cheer it on. Our intrepid mayor, Mayor Brandon Johnson, expects us to believe this insanity is normal and acceptable.

During a street takeover near Grant Park, a car rams a responding CPD vehicle and pushes it back. Onlookers cheer it on. Our intrepid mayor, Mayor Brandon Johnson, expects us to believe this insanity is normal and acceptable.

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Sun's out, guns out. Just a group of Conservative Vice Lords (Quill faction) gang members taking advantage of the warm weather in Chicago's 7th Ward. And remember what Mayor Brandon Johnson says: Demonizing children is wrong.

Sun's out, guns out. Just a group of Conservative Vice Lords (Quill faction) gang members taking advantage of the warm weather in Chicago's 7th Ward. And remember what Mayor Brandon Johnson says: Demonizing children is wrong.

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Typical night in Chicago: Teens spraying a CPD vehicle with a fire extinguisher. Another teen rides atop the CPD car. Chicago does not have to live like this.

Typical night in Chicago: Teens spraying a CPD vehicle with a fire extinguisher. Another teen rides atop the CPD car. Chicago does not have to live like this.

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Not one Republican is seated in the Chicago City Council, yet this fact doesn't stop the Albany Park nitwit from labeling her moderate Democrat colleagues "fascists." Rossana is a deranged anarchist.

Not one Republican is seated in the Chicago City Council, yet this fact doesn't stop the Albany Park nitwit from labeling her moderate Democrat colleagues "fascists." Rossana is a deranged anarchist.

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Chicago gang members respond to Mayor Brandon Johnson's EO creating the Office of Gun Violence Reduction.

Chicago gang members respond to Mayor Brandon Johnson's EO creating the Office of Gun Violence Reduction.

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Let's check in on Chicago......... Evidently, crime is still a big problem.

Let's check in on Chicago......... Evidently, crime is still a big problem.

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Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson said his hire of young people (blacks) for jobs in the city's Department of Streets and Sanitation is a form of reparations.

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson said his hire of young people (blacks) for jobs in the city's Department of Streets and Sanitation is a form of reparations.

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Michael Pfleger's response to the weekend death toll: "Shut up, Donald. Just send money." This is why Chicago remains in the grip of violence. These activists aren't interested in ending violence. Rather, their goal is getting tax dollars to sustain their worthless "anti-violence" non-profit groups.

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Michael Pfleger's response to the weekend death toll: "Shut up, Donald. Just send money." This is why Chicago remains in the grip of violence. These activists aren't interested in ending violence. Rather, their goal is getting tax dollars to sustain their worthless "anti-violence" non-profit groups.

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This is "crime is down" in Lori Lightfoot's Chicago. This shooting incident occurred this morning at a Citgo at 63rd and Racine, just blocks from CPD's 7th District. Remember this episode, along with countless other similar incidents, when you cast your ballot in February.

This is "crime is down" in Lori Lightfoot's Chicago. This shooting incident occurred this morning at a Citgo at 63rd and Racine, just blocks from CPD's 7th District. Remember this episode, along with countless other similar incidents, when you cast your ballot in February.

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On the West Side, a dealer resisted Chicago Police, then tossed his bundle of heroin to a passerby. The dealer then yells to the bystander to take the drugs and run.

On the West Side, a dealer resisted Chicago Police, then tossed his bundle of heroin to a passerby. The dealer then yells to the bystander to take the drugs and run.

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Take an extra 100 percent off sale.

Take an extra 100 percent off sale.

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This is not near Grant Park or in Streeterville. This is in Hegewisch. The insanity has spread all over Chicago. We are in for one hell of a long summer.

This is not near Grant Park or in Streeterville. This is in Hegewisch. The insanity has spread all over Chicago. We are in for one hell of a long summer.

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It wasn't an "unauthorized gathering," Mayor Brandon Johnson. It was a mob action and 5 CPD were injured. Brandon Johnson is a weak, unimaginably incompetent, uniquely clueless mayor who is wholly unsuited for the onerous role of governing Chicago. Johnson's term as mayor can be summed up as a display of governing paralysis.

It wasn't an "unauthorized gathering," Mayor Brandon Johnson. It was a mob action and 5 CPD were injured. Brandon Johnson is a weak, unimaginably incompetent, uniquely clueless mayor who is wholly unsuited for the onerous role of governing Chicago. Johnson's term as mayor can be summed up as a display of governing paralysis.

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Mayor Johnson today at the unveiling of his Summer Safety Strategy: "If we believe we that can arrest our way toward safety, we're wrong!" Buckle up everyone: We are in for a roller coaster of a summer. Johnson is waving a white flag to mobs of teens marauding all summer.

Mayor Johnson today at the unveiling of his Summer Safety Strategy: "If we believe we that can arrest our way toward safety, we're wrong!" Buckle up everyone: We are in for a roller coaster of a summer. Johnson is waving a white flag to mobs of teens marauding all summer.

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Let's check in on Chicago. Can anyone explain how affordable housing, an apology for racism, summer job programs, or additional funding for CPS would have prevented this shooting incident?

Let's check in on Chicago. Can anyone explain how affordable housing, an apology for racism, summer job programs, or additional funding for CPS would have prevented this shooting incident?

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The stepsister of alleged cop killer Alphanso Talley had a few words to say about Alphanso: "He wasn't in his right state of mind" "The story doesn't add up." "He's a very innocent man" "He's a loving and caring person" Either she is delusional, or she thinks we are.

The stepsister of alleged cop killer Alphanso Talley had a few words to say about Alphanso: "He wasn't in his right state of mind" "The story doesn't add up." "He's a very innocent man" "He's a loving and caring person" Either she is delusional, or she thinks we are.

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We think Mayor Brandon Johnson should do something about the CFD Station at 12701 South Doty. It houses Engine 80, Truck 61, and Amb. 51. The conditions are utterly deplorable. According to our source, the station floods when it rains, but it isn't merely groundwater; it's sewage backup. Despite appeals to correct this quagmire, the city has declined to complete necessary repairs. Over July Fourth, the firehouse flooded again, multiple times, forcing CFD personnel to carry out clean up without the benefit of any sanitary material. On Friday, flooding began at 9 p.m., but plumbers only arrived after 1 a.m. We're told human waste floated on the apparatus floor, bunk room, and officers' quarters. Imagine if the mayor's office or Annette Nance-Holt's office flooded. The repairs would be immediate and lasting. This is a safety and health issue. Shouldn't Chicago do something about this revolting situation? We certainly think so.

We think Mayor Brandon Johnson should do something about the CFD Station at 12701 South Doty. It houses Engine 80, Truck 61, and Amb. 51. The conditions are utterly deplorable. According to our source, the station floods when it rains, but it isn't merely groundwater; it's sewage backup. Despite appeals to correct this quagmire, the city has declined to complete necessary repairs. Over July Fourth, the firehouse flooded again, multiple times, forcing CFD personnel to carry out clean up without the benefit of any sanitary material. On Friday, flooding began at 9 p.m., but plumbers only arrived after 1 a.m. We're told human waste floated on the apparatus floor, bunk room, and officers' quarters. Imagine if the mayor's office or Annette Nance-Holt's office flooded. The repairs would be immediate and lasting. This is a safety and health issue. Shouldn't Chicago do something about this revolting situation? We certainly think so.

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Defending your business is now a crime. Imperial Jewelry Co. has been hit once before. The owner, a CCL holder, who is known to help CPD, shot an attempted robber. The attempted robber who committed this crime is a repeat offender. The store owner is now charged with aggravated battery, which is a more serious crime than attempted robbery.

Defending your business is now a crime. Imperial Jewelry Co. has been hit once before. The owner, a CCL holder, who is known to help CPD, shot an attempted robber. The attempted robber who committed this crime is a repeat offender. The store owner is now charged with aggravated battery, which is a more serious crime than attempted robbery.

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Ice Ice Baby......... Federal agents operating in Bucktown (1627 North Western Ave.) nab another illegal off Chicago's streets. Deport. Them. All.

Ice Ice Baby......... Federal agents operating in Bucktown (1627 North Western Ave.) nab another illegal off Chicago's streets. Deport. Them. All.

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Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson referred to Saturday's mass shooting which killed one and wounded 15 others as a "setback." The mayor then went on to blame Trump, guns, and cuts to the AFT budget for Chicago's epidemic of gun violence. Not one word from the mayor about gangs or arresting and jailing violent criminals.

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson referred to Saturday's mass shooting which killed one and wounded 15 others as a "setback." The mayor then went on to blame Trump, guns, and cuts to the AFT budget for Chicago's epidemic of gun violence. Not one word from the mayor about gangs or arresting and jailing violent criminals.

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Good evening, Chicago: Meet Christine Tompkins, the mother of Derek Jordan. Jordan was shot dead by CPD in March after a car chase. Jordan's estate is, predictably, suing Chicago. On March 9, 2026, Jordan was at the wheel of a car CPD alleged was involved in a shooting earlier in the day. Jordan fled CPD. Jordan struck a pedestrian during flight from CPD. Jordan then rammed a CTA bus and an unmarked CPD vehicle while attempting to evade officers. Jordan repeatedly ignored lawful CPD orders to get out of the car. A gun was found in Jordan's car. Somehow, CPD is at fault for Jordan's death. Not. One. Dime.

Good evening, Chicago: Meet Christine Tompkins, the mother of Derek Jordan. Jordan was shot dead by CPD in March after a car chase. Jordan's estate is, predictably, suing Chicago. On March 9, 2026, Jordan was at the wheel of a car CPD alleged was involved in a shooting earlier in the day. Jordan fled CPD. Jordan struck a pedestrian during flight from CPD. Jordan then rammed a CTA bus and an unmarked CPD vehicle while attempting to evade officers. Jordan repeatedly ignored lawful CPD orders to get out of the car. A gun was found in Jordan's car. Somehow, CPD is at fault for Jordan's death. Not. One. Dime.

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The 19th Ward last night. Several caravans roared up and down Western Ave. last night, culminating in a drifting session at 111th and Western. You are hearing gunfire, not fireworks. We hope the commotion didn't disturb Matthew J. O'Shea's sleep. Will this latest incident finally inspire Mr. O'Shea to give us real solutions, rather than the pro-forma "I'm working with the 22nd District commander and the Department of Transportation to prevent further incidents. like this!"

The 19th Ward last night. Several caravans roared up and down Western Ave. last night, culminating in a drifting session at 111th and Western. You are hearing gunfire, not fireworks. We hope the commotion didn't disturb Matthew J. O'Shea's sleep. Will this latest incident finally inspire Mr. O'Shea to give us real solutions, rather than the pro-forma "I'm working with the 22nd District commander and the Department of Transportation to prevent further incidents. like this!"

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The unsightly creature interviewed here is not a community activist, witness, or a victim of last night's mass shooting in Washington Park. She is the 20th Ward alderman, Jeanette Taylor. 15 people were shot, one fatally. She says the mass shooting is "disheartening." This evokes memories of Alderman Maria Hadden characterizing Sheridan Gorman's murder as "wrong place, wrong time." This is why Chicago is sliding into oblivion.

The unsightly creature interviewed here is not a community activist, witness, or a victim of last night's mass shooting in Washington Park. She is the 20th Ward alderman, Jeanette Taylor. 15 people were shot, one fatally. She says the mass shooting is "disheartening." This evokes memories of Alderman Maria Hadden characterizing Sheridan Gorman's murder as "wrong place, wrong time." This is why Chicago is sliding into oblivion.

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The running tally for weekend violence in Chicago is staggering: 3 deaths, 38 shot, 15 of whom were injured in a mass shooting. Despite the bloodbath, Mayor Brandon Johnson today announced his reelection function, and JB Pritzker was gulping Malört at a Chicago bar. Johnson and Pritzker don't give a damn.

The running tally for weekend violence in Chicago is staggering: 3 deaths, 38 shot, 15 of whom were injured in a mass shooting. Despite the bloodbath, Mayor Brandon Johnson today announced his reelection function, and JB Pritzker was gulping Malört at a Chicago bar. Johnson and Pritzker don't give a damn.

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It’s hard to imagine a more mind-boggling confession of someone's startling ignorance. Sunny Hostin claims the Obama Center is in "Jackson Park" and states the neighborhood "needed to be developed" and is "underserved." Jackson Park is — shocker — a literal park, not a neighborhood. Furthermore, the Obama Center is located in Hyde Park, one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Chicago. Hostin is uniquely clueless.

It’s hard to imagine a more mind-boggling confession of someone's startling ignorance. Sunny Hostin claims the Obama Center is in "Jackson Park" and states the neighborhood "needed to be developed" and is "underserved." Jackson Park is — shocker — a literal park, not a neighborhood. Furthermore, the Obama Center is located in Hyde Park, one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Chicago. Hostin is uniquely clueless.

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Meanwhile in Chicago.... CPD responds to a call of a man with a gun and officers are met with obstinance, hostility and abuse. Building trust with CPD is not a one-way street. It's long overdue for Mayor Brandon Johnson to demand residents cooperate and treat CPD with civility.

Meanwhile in Chicago.... CPD responds to a call of a man with a gun and officers are met with obstinance, hostility and abuse. Building trust with CPD is not a one-way street. It's long overdue for Mayor Brandon Johnson to demand residents cooperate and treat CPD with civility.

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Well, I won't be returning to any Fulton Market restaurant anytime soon.

Well, I won't be returning to any Fulton Market restaurant anytime soon.

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This video perfectly captures why CTA ridership has dropped. While the victim of this crime was not set aflame or sexually assaulted — it's just a theft — this is the typical experience for riders on CTA. Fairly soon, only criminals will use the CTA.

This video perfectly captures why CTA ridership has dropped. While the victim of this crime was not set aflame or sexually assaulted — it's just a theft — this is the typical experience for riders on CTA. Fairly soon, only criminals will use the CTA.

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Brandon Johnson today on his administration's transparency regarding his Reparations Task Force: "I'm a black man in America calling for the reparations of black people!" Johnson then asserted the restaurant industry is tied to slavery.

Brandon Johnson today on his administration's transparency regarding his Reparations Task Force: "I'm a black man in America calling for the reparations of black people!" Johnson then asserted the restaurant industry is tied to slavery.

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Officers assaulted at Homan and 13th in CPD's 10th District. Police are under siege, Mayor Brandon Johnson. If these officers can't make an arrest without being punched and shoved, how safe are Chicago residents? Do you job, Mr. Mayor, and defend Chicago Police.

Officers assaulted at Homan and 13th in CPD's 10th District. Police are under siege, Mayor Brandon Johnson. If these officers can't make an arrest without being punched and shoved, how safe are Chicago residents? Do you job, Mr. Mayor, and defend Chicago Police.

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The insanity continues on the CTA. Just another ordinary day on the Red Line in Mayor Brandon Johnson lawless Chicago.

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The insanity continues on the CTA. Just another ordinary day on the Red Line in Mayor Brandon Johnson lawless Chicago.

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Mayor Johnson today: "Though you are accusing me of being anti-police, your behavior is anti-black." This is vintage Mayor Brandon Johnson. Johnson doesn't care for the reporter, Reporter William J. Kelly #thatreporter, or his question, so he reached for the Left's weapon of choice, the reckless and baseless accusation of racism. Johnson is an absolute disgrace.

Mayor Johnson today: "Though you are accusing me of being anti-police, your behavior is anti-black." This is vintage Mayor Brandon Johnson. Johnson doesn't care for the reporter, Reporter William J. Kelly #thatreporter, or his question, so he reached for the Left's weapon of choice, the reckless and baseless accusation of racism. Johnson is an absolute disgrace.

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Mayor Johnson today said the talents he developed as a middle school teacher — ability to multitask and managing others' unpredictable impulses — are skillsets he brought to the mayor's office. It's well known throughout CPS Johnson was a lousy teacher.

Mayor Johnson today said the talents he developed as a middle school teacher — ability to multitask and managing others' unpredictable impulses — are skillsets he brought to the mayor's office. It's well known throughout CPS Johnson was a lousy teacher.

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In defeat, Kat Abughazaleh just proved progressivism is only a release of anger......

In defeat, Kat Abughazaleh just proved progressivism is only a release of anger......

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Because just about everyone resists CPD, a simple arrest these days requires a half-dozen officers. We don't pay CPD enough to have to put up with this.

Because just about everyone resists CPD, a simple arrest these days requires a half-dozen officers. We don't pay CPD enough to have to put up with this.

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Well, at least the 1%er bikers and Maniac Latin Disciple gang kept it to fists and bottles when they engaged in a brawl at Puerto Rican Pride Parade this weekend. It looks as if the 1%er gang got the best of the MLDs here.

Well, at least the 1%er bikers and Maniac Latin Disciple gang kept it to fists and bottles when they engaged in a brawl at Puerto Rican Pride Parade this weekend. It looks as if the 1%er gang got the best of the MLDs here.

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This is hardly reassuring. Brandon Johnson today said he is part of a coalition of mayors – NYC's Mamdani, Boston's Michelle Wu, Oakland's Barbara Lee, and LA's Karen Bass – and they will soon meet regularly to exchange ideas for policy proposals for the cites they govern. Johnson is admitting he will be getting policy ideas for Chicago from the dumbest mayors leading the worst-run cities in the country. Chicago is cooked.

This is hardly reassuring. Brandon Johnson today said he is part of a coalition of mayors – NYC's Mamdani, Boston's Michelle Wu, Oakland's Barbara Lee, and LA's Karen Bass – and they will soon meet regularly to exchange ideas for policy proposals for the cites they govern. Johnson is admitting he will be getting policy ideas for Chicago from the dumbest mayors leading the worst-run cities in the country. Chicago is cooked.

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Typical day in Chicago. As officers attempt to take a man into custody, the man resists and bystanders encourage the man to flee. Brought to you by Mayor Brandon Johnson, who is perfectly content with people resisting and evading Police.

Typical day in Chicago. As officers attempt to take a man into custody, the man resists and bystanders encourage the man to flee. Brought to you by Mayor Brandon Johnson, who is perfectly content with people resisting and evading Police.

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The MLK Jr. Interfaith Breakfast is presumably held to honor King's legacy. However, Mayor Brandon Johnson had a different message: Tax the rich.

The MLK Jr. Interfaith Breakfast is presumably held to honor King's legacy. However, Mayor Brandon Johnson had a different message: Tax the rich.

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