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Why Gov. Pritzker Says Trump's Threats to Chicago Make Him Worry About 2026 Elections

Governor Pritzker opposes President Trump's threat to deploy National Guard troops, viewing it as a political tactic ahead of the 2026 elections amid recent Chicago violence.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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