As President Donald Trump marked his first 100 days in workplace, Gov. JB Pritzker known as on People to strain congressional Republicans to oppose Trump’s agenda and highlighted how federal actions are affecting Illinois. He delivered a fiery speech in New Hampshire, persevering with to elevate his nationwide profile whereas nonetheless downplaying hypothesis that he will run for president in 2028. In the meantime, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton was the primary Democrat to declare her candidacy to interchange U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin and mentioned her prime precedence will probably be preventing again in opposition to Trump. Springfield-area residents are additionally pushing again in opposition to the actions of the brand new administration, holding common protests outdoors the Capitol.
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