Gaetz, Freedom Caucus Held Line on McCarthy Speakership Over Seven Bills
McCarthy’s election was the 15th time it took multiple votes to elect a speaker of the House, with the most contentious taking 133 votes over two mo…
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Debate Continues in Illinois Over Interest Rates on Pawnbroker Loans
Kelly Swisher, president of the Illinois Pawnbrokers Association, told The Center Square the measure will hurt those in need of short-term money. #paw…
Illinois Announces $350 Million for Small Business Support, but Some Worry Policy Costs will Offset Assistance
He fears, however, that the governor will distribute the federal dollars and then offset the resulting benefits by increasing the minimum wage. #illi…
McCarthy’s Bid to Become GOP Speaker is Not a Sure Thing
Republican House members were posting questions about McCarthy on social media as late as Monday afternoon. #speaker #ushouse
‘Over-Policed’ Minority Communities Object to Illinois’ Proposed Gun Ban Penalties
Gun-owner rights groups have indicated they’re not negotiating on the bill and are ready to sue. #assaultweapon
