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The Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) of Illinois joined with GIFFORDS, Brady, and March For Our Lives on Thursday to demand federal action on gun safety, including reversing Trump-era rollbacks and restoring funding for community-based programs. #guns

Morrison, a Republican representing the 17th District, called their stance “dangerous” and “deeply irresponsible,” pointing to the ongoing violence that has plagued Chicago neighborhoods. #opposition

Trump has long decried the crime and conditions inside large U.S. cities, including Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. #crime

Riots through the weekend between protesters and state and local law enforcement in Los Angeles led to the Trump administration calling in the National Guard. #migrant

Batinick salutes nephew's service, pushes for Meari memorial (Springfield, IL) - Veteran state Rep. Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) recently rose on the House floor to salute his 17-year-old nephew who has joined the National Guard.

In response to a DOD request, Governor Pritzker has activated ~500 National Guard troops.