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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Online Sports Betting Tax: A Political Puzzle

A heated debate is unfolding in Chicago over a proposed tax on online sports betting. The city's Mayor, Brandon Johnson, is pushing for a 10. 25% amusement tax on online sports bets. However, this idea is facing strong opposition. Thirty Illinois House Democrats have written a letter to the City Council, urging them to reject Mayor Johnson's plan. The Democrats argu...

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The Comedy Showdown at the White House Dinner

The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a big event. It is a night where reporters and government officials come together. It is supposed to be fun and light-hearted. But lately, it has become tense and political. This year, the dinner is on April 26th. The White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) organizes it. They usually have a comedian perform afte...

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