As a kid, I worked for John Reed and Bill Cohen. In college, I became a Democrat because of an ill-advised war , like Trump's adventure in Iran. One goes to college to learn new things. I learned to be a Democrat.
NEW: The Trump administration has denied our request for emergency assistance after storms in August.
Our communities are still picking up the pieces, but this President is playing politics instead.
Illinois will keep fighting to help our people recover and rebuild.
Donald Trump's tariffs and war of choice in Iran are costing Illinois farmers their livelihoods.
Today, I'm signing an Executive Order and issuing a state disaster declaration to provide emergency support, protections, and real relief from skyrocketing diesel prices.