Paul Lisnek on summer violence in Chicago, Don Tracy’s resignation, the Biden-Trump debate & more

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June 21, 2024 at 10:34 PM

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CHICAGO — WGN Political Analyst Paul Lisnek joined WGN Evening News to discuss several big stories from the week.

The topics include the city’s approach to summer violence, the resignation of Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy, the Biden-Trump debate and more.

Tune in on Sundays for WGN-TV Political Report with Paul Lisnek.

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