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Illinois voting advocates worry for bill requiring citizenship proof to vote
“Republicans claim that the SAVE Act makes it illegal for non-citizens to vote, but federal law already prohibits ...
Illinois lawmakers debate federal voter legislation along with Illinois bills
Illinois lawmakers are weighing in on federal legislation that would require proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon appeals $4M dispute with state elections board
Senate President Don Harmon is appealing Illinois election officials’ assertion he accepted $4 million more in political cash ...
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Dick Durbin of Illinois, the Senate’s No. 2 Democrat, won't seek reelection to a 6th term in 2026
Dick Durbin of Illinois said Wednesday he will not seek ... It was Douglas, who lost election to a fourth term in 1966, who once mistakenly called him “Dick,” a nickname Durbin adopted.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to endorse for Senate, lending his political muscle – and likely some resources
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is backing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in what's expected to be a crowded field to succeed Sen. Dick ...
Pritzker endorses Illinois lieutenant governor in bid for Durbin seat
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) is endorsing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D) in the Democratic primary to replace retiring Sen.
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Dick Durbin steps down: Could Illinois Republicans finally flip the seat?
Sen. Dick Durbin's decision to not run for reelection has local Democrats salivating to take his seat, but don't count out ...
Illinois Rep. Jan Schakowsky Joining Democratic Exits from Congress: Report
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, a veteran Democrat from Illinois, is expected to announce her retirement next month after serving 14 ...