According to the party, 45% of parents nationwide expect to take on debt to pay for back-to-school purchases this year. The release also cites rising prices for breakfast foods and notes that gasoline in Illinois continues to average more than $4.33 per gallon. #school #taxrelief #democrats
"Thanks to the governor and the budget he championed, $70 million was allocated for this program, under which every person who lost their benefits can receive a one-time payment of $400," González said. #democrats #foodassistance #fresh
The criticism comes after Trump reportedly stated, “I love the inflation,” during remarks from the Oval Office, a comment Democrats have seized on as they continue to attack the administration’s economic policies. #trump #democrats #inflation
“As thousands of Illinoisans lose food assistance this month, family-owned grocery stores are bracing for inevitable losses,” the DPI said. #snap #democratss
The inquiry, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday, will also “assess” whether the 35 school districts around the state, plus Chicago’s largest charter school network, allow transgender students to use single-sex bathrooms or participate in competitive sports. #doj #schools #gender
Commission officials said requests for testimony were extended to current and former federal leaders tied to the initiative, but none participated in the hearing. #hearing #
Pritzker noted that governors from both political parties have historically defended their authority over state National Guard units, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control to ensure readiness and respond to local needs. #tsa #trump #funding
“His address was one lie after another,” Miller said, arguing that Trump’s messaging contrasted with the real-world impact of his policy agenda. #trump #congress #address
“As the Trump administration continues to strip our state of the programs and benefits our communities need and deserve, Illinois refuses to lay down,” Preston said. #budget #governor #address