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‘Jim Oberweis will be a terrific Congressman for Illinois!’ When Trump talks about Chicago — and the state of Illinois — we track it.

Chicago and its violence have been a frequent subject of President Donald Trump's attention. It was a common campaign thread Trump used to hammer Hillary Clinton, President Barack Obama and others. Since becoming president Trump has returned the theme. Here are Trump's mentions of Chicago — and the state of Illinois — with annotations where appropriate.