Politics

In a statement, the Illinois Freedom Caucus accused Democratic lawmakers of prioritizing what it called a “culture of death” over the state’s economic and social challenges. #bill

“With Donald Trump’s tariffs hyper-charging inflation and the costs of groceries, property taxes and everyday items on the rise, the last thing working-class and poor communities in Chicago, the Southland and Central Illinois need is another shock to their pocketbooks from utility costs,” Preston said in a statement. #consumer #energy

Niemerg is calling for the repeal of the state’s TRUST Act, which restricts local police from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement in certain cases. #crash #sanctuary

Preston, who has been a vocal opponent of proposals to redraw Illinois’ congressional districts mid-decade, framed the pause as a stand against what he described as national efforts by President Donald Trump and Republican-led states to weaken minority representation through gerrymandering. #civilrights #

Stratton, who currently serves as Illinois’ lieutenant governor, spoke about her experience balancing leadership and family life, while outlining her platform to strengthen policies that support working mothers across Illinois. #mothers

State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin praised Kelly’s record of leadership, saying, “Robin Kelly has forged an experienced and proven path at every level of government that I admire and follow. #endorse #bid

Her campaign for county commissioner centers on three key priorities: improving infrastructure, expanding access to healthcare, and creating good-paying jobs for working families. #petitions

For 2026, I secured over $90 million in investments to build and repair infrastructure in the South Suburbs and the greater Kankakee area. #oped

The lieutenant governor candidate said he and the campaign team are relying on faith and community support as they process the tragedy. #aarondelmar #darrenbailey #zachbailey

“We’re seeing crime numbers drop thanks to smart investments in technology and multi-agency collaboration.” #grant