Trump administration withholds $2.1 billion for Chicago infrastructure projects, targeting Democratic areas during government shutdown.

The vice-president said the administration would be forced to resort to layoffs if the shutdown lasts more than a few days. Key US politics stories from Wednesday 1 October at a…

Trump administration withholds $2.1 billion for Chicago infrastructure projects, targeting Democratic areas during government shutdown.

Losing the money would be a significant setback for Chicago’s transportation plans.