Chicago Newsroom 2.0

The New President: Week One

Program Air Date: 01/23/2025

Program Overview

In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, guest host Darrious Hilmon leads a discussion on the Trump administration’s first week in office with roundtable regulars Francia Garcia Hernandez, Ashley Munson, and Sufyan Sohel. The panel examines key policy changes, their potential impact on Chicago, and what lies ahead. Additionally, Darrious sits down for one-on-one conversations with Mark Ishaug, President & CEO of Thresholds, and Jeffery Beckham Jr., CEO of Chicago Scholars and Co-CEO of Reach Pathways, to discuss their work in education, leadership development, and mental health advocacy.