Connected To Chicago (2/19/2017)

John Dempsey filling in for Bill Cameron speaks with Josh Hoyt of the National Partnership for New Americans. They discuss the changes in immigration laws under President Donald Trump.

Roundtable Panel: John Dempsey along with Greg Hinz of Crain's, Lynn Sweet of The Sun-Times, and Ray Long of The Chicago Tribune discuss President Trump’s “last minute” press conference. Was this really an update to the nation or more of a “song and dance” event designed to distract attention from problems happening in the White House? Can the Trump agenda be successful with the GOP voters in the off year elections in Congress? Might Trump failures trickle down to Republicans like Peter Roskam, who could be ousted in the 2018 election. Is there a viable Democratic candidate to take on Roskam? Governor, Bruce Rauner has budget issues to deal with and also had a few technology problems to get through in his 2017 budget address. Can the “Grand Deal” be agreed on by both parties and their leadership? Chicago Mayor, Rahm Emanule met with several Trump cabinet officials in Washington D.C. - Did he gain any insight into how the Trump administration might be able to help reduce crime in the city.

Humberto Ortiz, Chevy Design Director talks about his the Redline special edition package that has been featured at this year's Chicago Auto Show. He talks about what inspires a designer, how to attract younger buyers, and offers advice to students looking to get into automobile design.