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The proposal comes amid a surge in outside spending in Illinois political races during the current election cycle. According to campaign finance reports cited by Ventura, the American Future PAC alone has spent about $2.6 million on legislative races. #elections #corporate #amendment

Pierce added that the incident highlights broader concerns about the way Illinois’ congressional districts are drawn. #election

According to the former congressman, more than 300 residents have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the past six months. #latino #elections #vote

Those who voted to “refer it to committee” did so knowing the “resolution ain’t ever making it out of committee,” U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie, R-KY, said. Massie has been calling for the release of names for years. #congress #voted #resolution

“We posted this website so that every voter in the 2nd District can learn the facts about Donna Miller before they cast their ballot.” #donors #website #politics

“He voted to fund ICE, he voted to thank ICE, and he’s spent a decade cozying up to the same MAGA forces he claims he’ll fight against. Illinoisans deserve better than special interests trying to put their thumb on the scale of this race.” #pac #politics

Peters has joined End Citizens United’s “Unrig Washington” campaign, which requires candidates to oppose dark money in elections and support a ban on members of Congress trading individual stocks. #endorsement #pac

In a statement, Preston said an investigation is necessary to clarify the circumstances surrounding the explosion and to determine whether any improper activity occurred. #investigation #explosion #jessejackson

New disclosures raise questions about outside influence and a sudden cash surge in Illinois’ 2nd District race

“For a president who claims to be for law and order, it’s clear that is not a priority unless it benefits him,” Miller said. #capitol #insurrection #trump