Politics

Joined by Congressmen Sean Casten and Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, former EPA Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore, and representatives from the ACLU of Illinois, Sierra Club of Illinois, American Federation of Government Employees Local 704 (AFGE) members gathered in Chicago’s Federal Plaza to speak out. #union

“This is grassroots energy we will need as we build a big, broad coalition to take on Donald Trump and his wrecking crew in Congress. We are fired up and feeling the momentum.” #congress

While I care deeply about working people and proudly spent 27 years in the Pipefitters Local 597, strong arm tactics are not an effective way for unions to make their voice heard. #tactic

144 EPA workers across the country, and at least 31 in Chicago’s Region 5 headquarters, received notice they were being placed on leave Thursday morning. #dissent

Belcher hopes to inspire voters to envision a district that prioritizes solutions, inclusion, and strong leadership rooted in community values. #kianabelcher

“We are urging every member of Illinois’ congressional delegation—Republican or Democrat—to stand up for their constituents and reject any legislation that dismantles access to behavioral health care. #healthcare

Niemerg has filed a measure House Bill 4078 that would return solar regulation back to county governments and would allow county governments to enact their own solar policies. #solar

Fresh off winning her second term as a Village of Dolton Trustee, earning over 80% of the vote—Belcher wasted no time after the announcement. #campaign

This June, I’m proud to share progress on legislation and initiatives that strengthen our communities, enhance public safety, and invest in the future of our region. #op-ed

We can’t allow Governor Pritzker’s presidential bid to get any momentum and the way to do that is to stop him in 2026. He has already set our state back financially and morally. #re-election