The Week in Review

Week in Review: Biden Campaign Tries Damage Control; Chicago’s Pension Debt Tops $37B

President Joe Biden’s campaign tries to right the ship as some Democratic lawmakers and big money donors start publicly calling for a new candidate at the top of the ticket.

A U.S. Supreme Court ruling sparked by charges former President Donald Trump tried to illegally stay in power creates broad new immunity protections for presidents.

But the Supreme Court justices turn away cases challenging Illinois’ assault weapons ban — for now.

Chicago’s unfunded pension debt keeps on climbing — up nearly $2 billion, for a total topping $37 billion.

And public hearings are set to get underway for a bold plan to merge the CTA, Metra and Pace.

Guests:

Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, ABC 7 | @MediaDervish

Heather Cherone, WTTW News | @HeatherCherone

Rob Hart, WBBM | @RobHartWBBM

Steve Daniels, Chicago Tribune | @stevedaniels27

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