Paris on Politics: Outgoing Chicago Public Schools CEO says CTU 'bullied' him
Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez is leaving his post this week to take on the top education job in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. But it didn't stop him from taking some parting shots at the Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Paris on Politics: Pritzker addresses ICE raids
President Trump is issuing new threats to the city of Chicago and to Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Minnesota shooting suspect didn’t have ‘hit list’ with Illinois names, Pritzker says
Gov. JB Pritzker said investigators on the shootings of Minnesota lawmakers over the weekend did not see any active threat to Illinois officials.
‘Bozo’s circus’: Political reporters break down sanctuary hearing | Paris on Politics
Welcome to a special edition of "Paris on Politics." Our heads are spinning after eight hours of intense hearings on sanctuary state policies featuring Governor Pritzker, along with New York Governor Hochul and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Amid the heated debate on immigration policies, we witnessed wild rants covering topics from the Chinese Communist Party to discussions on weapons of war. This is apparently what passes for discourse in the nation's capital these days. For some expert analysis, we're joined by our good longtime friend, Rick Pearson from the Chicago Tribune. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan sentenced in corruption case
Michael Madigan, the once-powerful speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, has learned his fate following his conviction on bribery and conspiracy charges earlier this year.
Paris on Politics: Looking ahead to Madigan's Sentencing
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Tribune's Rick Pearson comments after congressional hearing
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics | At the Capitol amid sanctuary debate
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Pritzker slams House Republicans after sanctuary law hearing: ‘Again, nothing accomplished'
After testifying before the House Oversight Committee in Washington, D.C. for eight hours on Thursday over the state of Illinois' sanctuary policies, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said ultimately, nothing was accomplished.
LaHood blasts Pritzker over migrant crime in Illinois, says sanctuary policies are ‘government malpractice’
During a heated congressional hearing on sanctuary state policies, Illinois Rep. Darin LaHood accused Gov. J.B. Pritzker of endangering public safety by refusing to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. LaHood cited specific Illinois crimes involving migrants and claimed that Pritzker’s support for laws like the Illinois Way Forward Act creates “bureaucratic roadblocks” for law enforcement. Pritzker pushed back, defending his record and saying the federal government needs to do more to fix immigration.
McGuire accuses Pritzker of harboring migrants ‘for political purposes’
In a combative exchange at a House hearing on sanctuary states, Rep. John McGuire of Virginia accused Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker of using undocumented immigrants to boost congressional representation and Democratic power.
Tlaib asks Pritzker if he believes in due process no matter a person's immigration status
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
Rep. Brandon Gill calls Pritzker a ‘lunatic’ over Illinois sanctuary laws
In an interview with FOX 32 political editor Paris Schutz, Texas Congressman Brandon Gill accused Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker of enabling violent crimes through sanctuary state policies. Gill argued that local officials refuse to cooperate with ICE, even after arrests or prison releases. When pressed on the legality of current enforcement, Gill doubled down by calling Pritzker a “lunatic.”
Higgins presses Pritzker: 'Why was this murderer in my state?'
During a heated moment in a congressional hearing on sanctuary state policies, Rep. Brian Higgins demanded to know why people in the U.S. illegally were in Illinois, blaming the state's policies for migrant-linked tragedies.
Pritzker asked what he would do if Trump's border czar came to arrest him
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
Pritzker criticized over IL sanctuary policies: ‘You are actually committing a federal crime’
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
Pritzker asked about impacts of ‘big, beautiful bill’ on Illinois
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
‘Might be an Illinois problem’: Pritzker asked about immigration spending, Chicago mayor mentioned
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
Boebert slams governors for blocking ICE, defends Trump’s National Guard stance
Rep. Lauren Boebert tells FOX 32 political editor Paris Schutz that sanctuary state policies are fueling unrest and putting communities at risk. The Colorado Republican criticized governors in states like Illinois and Minnesota for blocking cooperation with federal immigration agents, calling it a “hypocritical” stance. She also defends President Trump’s decision to mobilize the National Guard, saying federal help is necessary to enforce immigration laws.
Pritzker asked about Trump sending troops to protests: 'He wants mayhem in the streets’
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.