Springfield, IL — Following Governor JB Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address, Democratic Party of Illinois Chair Lisa Hernandez released the following statement:
“In the midst of Donald Trump stealing several billion dollars from Illinois taxpayers, today Governor JB Pritzker presented a roadmap for our state that puts both working families and fiscal responsibility first. The Governor unveiled a common sense plan that makes home ownership not just a dream for working people, but a reality within reach. He shared a vision for lowering Illinoisans’ energy bills while increasing production across the state. The Governor’s plans for critical infrastructure investments and civil rights protections come in the face of Republicans defunding health care, public safety, and food programs. Focusing on relieving economic stress for working families and protecting our budget from Trump’s political punishment that hurts real people, proves once again that our state is a model for how to fight back against the White House’s abuses.
“Finally, the Governor stood against ICE’s violence against Illinoisans and firmly for being on the right side of history. To Donald Trump’s mouthpieces and loyalists in Congress and the General Assembly, take note, this is how you put the people of Illinois first,” said DPI Chair Lisa Hernandez.
Throughout Donald Trump’s abuse of White House authority, Illinois has been a target for his political rage. As Governor Pritzker and several members of the Illinois Democratic delegation continue to stand on the front lines of protecting quality of life in Illinois, Illinois Republicans have remained mum.
