Central Illinoisans express concerns about Saturday's failed assassination attempt | First Listen

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Michelle Eccles

Published July 15, 2024 at 7:14 AM CDT

Central Illinoisans express concerns about Saturday's failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump
Democratic and leaders in Illinois decried Saturday's attack against Trump
Illinois Republicans say they are rallying around the former President even more after the attempt on his life
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Michelle Eccles anchors NPR Illinois' Morning Edition. Michelle has more than 30 years of experience in broadcasting which all began at her high school radio station, Homewood-Flossmoor High School in Flossmoor, Illinois. She attended Southern Illinois University Carbondale for her Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus in Radio Television and went on to become an award winning anchor and reporter for stations in Decatur and Springfield.

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