democratic

During the debate, Stratton called for a federal minimum wage significantly higher than current proposals under discussion in Congress. #debate #fox32 #senate

“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

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 #

According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Radule Bojovic, a native of Montenegro, was taken into custody during Operation Midway Blitz, a targeted enforcement action. #immigration

Organizers said the message behind the NO KINGS theme was a rejection of political corruption and unchecked power. #protest

He warned that the shutdown will hit the most vulnerable Americans hardest, including families relying on SNAP benefits, seniors waiting on Social Security claims, and federal workers facing missed paychecks. #shutdown

In the video, Stratton criticized the influence of corporations on American politics, saying they have “squeezed Illinois families at every turn” while politicians in Washington “look the other way while pocketing money from these same special interests.” #politics

In an effort to prevent a quorum in the Texas Legislature and delay important votes, Texas Democratic lawmakers are hiding out in Illinois at the invitation of Gov. JB Pritzker. #texas

He is the son of the late Chicago political powerhouse Dr. Erwin A. France, who served multiple Chicago Mayors and government, dating back to the 1960’s. Dr. France spent nearly 20 years as a public servant before entering into private enterprise. #candidacy

Hanley is running on a platform of sustainability and economic growth, arguing that Illinois can show the nation how a state can be fair and prosperous. #candidacy