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Illinois advances Bears stadium deal with infrastructure funding in focus
politics16 days ago

Illinois advances Bears stadium deal with infrastructure funding in focus

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker says progress has been made toward a deal to build a new Chicago Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, with the state focused on funding infrastructure around the stadium rather than direct subsidies; negotiations involve Bears leadership, the legislature, and NFL officials, and Indiana’s efforts to lure the team appear unlikely as the Bears prefer to stay in Illinois.

Pritzker Opposes Chicago's Proposed Corporate Head Tax Amid Budget Concerns
politics4 months ago

Pritzker Opposes Chicago's Proposed Corporate Head Tax Amid Budget Concerns

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker opposes Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to reintroduce a tax on large corporate payrolls, arguing it would deter major employers and harm the city's economic recovery efforts. Pritzker advocates for cost-cutting measures instead to address the city's budget deficit and improve Chicago's business environment.

Illinois National Guard Deployment and Legal Developments in Chicago
politics4 months ago

Illinois National Guard Deployment and Legal Developments in Chicago

Governor JB Pritzker criticized the Trump administration for deploying National Guard troops to Chicago under the pretext of fighting crime, arguing that the true intent is to militarize Democratic cities and protect federal immigration enforcement, while court rulings have temporarily halted the deployment due to concerns over legality and effectiveness.

Illinois Governor Pritzker Warns Against Trump’s Chicago Military Plans
politics6 months ago

Illinois Governor Pritzker Warns Against Trump’s Chicago Military Plans

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker strongly opposes President Trump's reported plan to deploy the military to Chicago, calling it unconstitutional, unwarranted, and a power grab aimed at intimidating political rivals. He emphasizes that Chicago's crime rates are improving and that the city is capable of handling public safety without federal military intervention, which he views as an overreach and a threat to democracy. Pritzker vows to oppose the plan through legal action and public resistance, asserting that such actions undermine local sovereignty and are driven by political motives.

Pritzker Clashes with FBI and Trump Over Redistricting and Lawmakers
politics6 months ago

Pritzker Clashes with FBI and Trump Over Redistricting and Lawmakers

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker stated he would block any efforts to arrest Democratic lawmakers who fled Texas to prevent GOP redistricting, emphasizing that such actions are illegal and that Illinois law protects lawmakers from unwarranted arrest, contrasting with claims from Texas and federal figures about returning lawmakers to the state.