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MadCo Chair candidate Slusser: ‘We built a huge coalition of people looking for change and to get our county headed in the right direction’

By Metro East Sun Report | Mar 20, 2024

Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser expressed his gratitude to his supporters, extending appreciation to his opponent in the Madison County Chairman race, Kurt Prenzler, noting their alignment on the majority of issues despite differences in approach.

Coffey: "Thank you Springfield Illinois Fire Department for your commitment to keep our communities safe!"

By Metro East Sun Report | Aug 22, 2023

In an Aug. 18 Facebook post, Rep. Mike Coffey thanked the Springfield Fire Department for its commitment to safety. The city's budget for the 2024 fiscal year includes three new fire houses.

Miller on Biden’s hasty exit from Afghanistan: ‘We will never forget’

By Metro East Sun Report | Aug 17, 2023

On the second anniversary of the Biden administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan, Rep. Mary Miller, R-Ill., voiced criticism of the move, citing the loss of 13 service members, the release of thousands of prisoners and the abandonment of billions in military equipment to the Taliban.

Bryant: "...remember when those same people were left to navigate a chaotic unemployment system, waiting weeks and months for their benefits…let alone even a phone call back from IDES? "

By Metro East Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023

A report from the Illinois Auditor General revealed that IDES overpaid more than $5 billion. In an Aug. 9 Facebook post, Sen. Terri Bryant responded.

Elik: 'Dozens of state employees across multiple agencies are under investigation for claims they fraudulently obtained payments from the Paycheck Protection Program'

By Metro East Sun Report | Aug 7, 2023

On the heels of the report of a massive overpayment of pandemic funds from the Illinois Department of Employment Security, Rep. Amy Elik shared information about investigations into state workers who are accused of fraudulently obtaining funds through the Paycheck Protection Program.

Hoffmann on SIUE free speech lawsuit settlement: ‘Public universities can’t punish students for expressing their political and religious viewpoints’

By Metro East Sun Report | Aug 1, 2023

The Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) has announced a settlement between Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville (SIUE) and former student Maggie DeJon.

Rep. Friess on $5 billion IDES fraud, dysfunction: ‘What’s even worse is that the real number is likely higher’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 29, 2023

State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) sounded the alarm on a distressing revelation following a recent audit of the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES).

Haine and Connor: 'We will always fight for victims of crime and strive to protect our community from lawbreakers’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 20, 2023

Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine and Madison County Sheriff Jeff Connor are criticizing the reinstatement of the SAFE-T Act’s cashless bail provision known as the Pretrial Fairness Act.

Schmidt: ‘I want to use the additional funds to support the great work being done across my district’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 14, 2023

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt), who voted against legislative pay raises in the 2024 budget, has decided to donate the additional funds to local community outreach efforts in his district.

Coffey: So-called Grandparent Scam 'is affecting victims in Sangamon and surrounding counties'

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 14, 2023

Illinois State Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) has warned his constituents about a scam that's resurfaced in Sangamon County and other parts of Illinois that is targeting unsuspecting grandparents.

Elik: 'We have to make our state the best place to start and build a business'

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 13, 2023

In a June 30 Facebook post, State Rep. Amy Elik (R- Fosterburg) spoke of the importance of making the state business friendly.

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‘Prepare to win in 2024!’: Republicans to host Edwardsville training session

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 11, 2023

The Illinois Republican County Chairman's Association and Illinois Republican Party will host a committeeperson, chairman, and candidate training on Saturday, Aug. 19.

Hertel: ‘These tax adjustments will impact consumers’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 3, 2023

Critics are being vocal about the newly enacted gas tax on July 1 as well as the resumption of the state’s grocery tax.

Bost Bill Ensures Only American Citizens Vote In D.c. Elections

By Metro East Sun Report | Jul 2, 2023

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (R-IL) introduced legislation today requiring U.S. citizenship to vote in any Washington, D.C., election.

Bryant: 'I want offices fully open for business'

By Metro East Sun Report | Jun 24, 2023

In a June 7 Facebook post, Sen. Terri Bryant asked constituents if they were encountering issues with state office staffing levels.

Davidsmeyer: 'I’m holding another photo contest to update the pictures on my wall in Springfield'

By Metro East Sun Report | Jun 22, 2023

Illinois State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) is looking for new pictures to decorate his office and is asking his constituents to send along pictures of things across the 100th district they think would make good decor.

Plummer: ‘The governor is trying to put out a fire of his making and he’s not going to be able to put it out’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jun 20, 2023

State Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) is slamming the Pritzker administration for pushing heavy subsidies for the state’s undocumented population.

Bryant: 'Today, the Governor signed his partisan and irresponsible budget, which spends over $50 billion in Fiscal Year 2024'

By Metro East Sun Report | Jun 19, 2023

In a June 7 Facebook post, Sen. Terri Bryant shared her opinion on Gov. J.B. Pritzker signing the 2023-2024 budget.

Hubbard on GOP leader: ‘Tracy has to go!’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jun 19, 2023

Former GOP U.S. Senate candidate Peggy Hubbard is one of the signatories of a letter calling for the removal of Don Tracy as chairman of the state's Republican Party.

Miller on Van Pelt: ‘If she does not want to do the job of being a lawmaker – she should resign’

By Metro East Sun Report | Jun 16, 2023

Constituents in the 5th District for the Illinois State Senate wouldn’t be remiss in claiming that they are not being represented during this legislative session.

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