"Republicans cannot know a moment of peace." This is the energy I've been looking for! I hope he keeps it up and protects Illinoisans who do have to take off work or get into good trouble with the feds.

I know Lemmy is not a police friendly site, but this is actually, undeniably a good move so far with visible results from what I can tell. Leveraging interest in true crime to help solve crime? That's... That's a step forward in my book.

Im just one guy though, maybe there's other perspectives on why this is a bad thing, thoughts?

cross-posted from: https://possum.news/post/28133

cross-posted from: https://possum.news/post/28063

Insurrection act — April 20th. Pls read!

Discussion I really wish there was a way to get this into the hands of every American before April 20th.

FROM THE MEDIUM:

Part 1: On April 20th, 2025, the United States may Cross the Point of No Return.

It sounds wild. Maybe even crazy. But every step is already in motion. I’d be happy to be wrong. But if this is correct… you’ll be ready.

On April 20, 2025, the United States may initiate its final steps into authoritarian rule.

That’s the day Donald Trump’s advisory committee is expected to release its findings on whether he should invoke the Insurrection Act — a move that would allow him to deploy the military domestically and allow Tru

MEXICO CITY (WCIA) — Governor JB Pritzker signed a memorandum of understanding between Mexico and Illinois on Monday during a trade mission.

Pritzker signed the Addendum to the Illinois-Mexico Sister-State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) alongside Mexico Governor Delfina Gómez Álvarez. The agreement signed by Pritzker affirms commitment to continued trade and manufacturing collaborations with a focus on biotechnology and water resources. Illinois, other states sue HHS, RFK Jr. over public grant cuts

The MOU comes at the start of a delegation trip from Illinois to Mexico City with the purpose of deepening economic cooperation and opportunities between Illinois and Mexico. This specific agreement emphasizes the strong ties with a specific focus on bilateral trade in industries including manufacturing, agriculture and finance, according to a media release from Pritzker’s office.

“Mexico has been an essential partner to the state of Illinois for decades, and I’m proud to stand alongsi

I can hear the vexillologists weep.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says about 70% of the students who leave the state to go to college never return, so he's pushing legislation that would allow community colleges to offer four-year degrees at a discount.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois Gov. Pritzker and various members of the Illinois congressional delegation have sent a letter to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to demand accountability for $1.88 billion in federal funding being withheld from the state.

Last month, the White House said it would temporarily halt federal funding to ensure that the payments complied with President Donald Trump’s agenda.

The administration rescinded a memo outlining its planned funding freeze after a federal judge issued a restraining order, blocking the federal spending pause. Since then, nearly two dozen states have filed lawsuits, arguing that the funding freeze violates their First Amendment rights.

The Department of Justice (DOJ), however, said the case is moot because the memo was rescinded.

The DOJ has also said the administration still plans to freeze some funds that target issues such as gender identity, foreign aid, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiat

This is extremely worrying

Some notable ones are forcing insurances to supply brand name medications if generics are out due to supply issues, capping epi-pens at $60 and forced autism training for cops, surprising stuff from my state which, frankly, I didn't have high hopes for