AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoElection Security: FBI investigators are probing suspicious letters sent to several Illinois congressional offices amid a nationwide wave of threats. Sen. Dick Durbin joined two colleagues in urging the Justice Department to rule out seizing ballots or election materials before voting and counting are complete. Midterm Mobilization: No Kings events across the Chicago area urged voters to cast ballots early, though crowds were smaller than at earlier rallies. Competitive suburban legislative races are also drawing attention, with Democrats leading in fundraising. Disaster Aid: Gov. J.B. Pritzker is appealing FEMA’s denial of Illinois aid, saying storm damage exceeded the $27.6 million threshold. Health Coverage: Illinois’ 2027 marketplace rates are set to rise by an average 14.1%, down from last year’s 28.8%; open enrollment starts Nov. 1. Transit Oversight: A state senator criticized the interim transit chief’s $350,000 salary while she receives a city pension exceeding $213,000. Courts: The Illinois Supreme Court changed rules for consumer-debt cases to simplify procedures and help people protect exempt income and assets.
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