Illinois Democrats focused on Trump as they seek third sweep of statewide races
Illinois Democrats made Donald Trump the main target of their State Fair message.
Lisa Hernandez
Hernandez reelected chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois
Facing no opposition, state Rep. Lisa Hernandez, D-Cicero, was reelected by the 36-member Illinois Democratic State Central Committee to another ...
Welch wins, Benton loses bid for Democratic State Central Committee
Twelve of 36 seats on the Illinois Democratic State Central Committee were contested in Tuesday’s primary election. As expected House ...
As Illinois House returns to Springfield, Democrats focus on Trump
First week of House session yields several symbolic resolutions condemning Trump administration
Democratic candidates, officeholders indicted for ‘impeding’ agent outside ICE facility
Several Democratic candidates and elected officials have been indicted for “impeding” a federal immigration agent during a September protest.
Nearly 2 million Illinoisians set to lose SNAP benefits amid congressional stalemate
Illinois Democrats blame Republicans for prolonging the shutdown.
Illinois lawmakers condemn ICE raids in Chicago, weigh state response
Illinois lawmakers acknowledge there are limits to what the state can do as they craft a legislative response.
Illinois Dems say state should be blueprint in national fight against Trump
Illinois Democrats said they are the best party to help the middle class during campaign rallies at the State Fair.
Kelly leans on experience in Illinois’ Democratic Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly is one of three high-profile Democrats hoping to join the U.S. Senate after the 2026 election.
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly joins Democratic primary to fill Durbin’s Senate seat
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly is running for U.S. Senate, setting up another battle against a candidate backed by Gov. JB ...
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