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The Rural Energy for America Program facing challenges from the Trump Administration | First Listen

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  • Farmers who have invested in the Rural Energy for America Program are waiting for funds
  • Museums and libraries across the state cold be hurt by the Trump Administration cuts to eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services
  • A Chicago law firm targeted by a punishing executive order from President Trump is fighting back in federal court
  • Illinois Democratic lawmakers are trying to keep young teens out of juvenile detention
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