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Madison County Republicans chairman: 'President Trump is working toward creating more equal academic opportunities'

Ray Wesley, chairman of Madison County Republicans, said that the Trump administration is holding universities like Northwestern accountable for prioritizing student success based on merit and character.

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

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Madison County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

Municipal officials in Madison County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

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Madison County Republicans Vice Chairman: 'Craft policies that empower—not restrict—families'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Jennifer Korte, vice chairman of the Madison County Republicans, said that Illinois parents are united in a significant protest to defend their right to homeschool freely.

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Ray Wesley, Chairman of Madison County Republicans: 'Illinois deserves better leadership'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 10, 2025

Madison County Republicans Chairman Ray Wesley has criticized Governor JB Pritzker for his handling of Illinois' Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program, alleging that it resulted in the waste of $1.6 billion in taxpayer funds while...

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Madison County Republicans chairman: President Trump's address showcased 'a future built on prosperity and self-determination'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 7, 2025

Ray Wesley, chairman of the Madison County Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress championed a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth and America-first policies.

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U.S. Rep. Bost: SOLAR Act 'stops taxpayer-funded solar projects from steamrolling local communities'

By Metro East Sun | Feb 27, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois' 12th Congressional District said that the SOLAR Act is designed to prevent taxpayer-funded solar projects from overwhelming local communities and threatening Southern Illinois farmland.

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Madison County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois lawmakers should focus on providing true compassion through life-affirming alternatives'

By Metro East Sun | Feb 26, 2025

Ray Wesley, Chairman of the Madison County Republicans, has expressed strong opposition to a proposed Illinois assisted suicide bill.

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Rep. Mike Bost: 'China and other bad actors have gotten away with cheating our trade laws'

By Metro East Sun | Feb 20, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost of Illinois' 12th Congressional District announced the introduction of the Fighting Trade Cheats Act, aimed at providing U.S. manufacturers with tools to hold foreign trade violators accountable.

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Bost on Madigan conviction: ‘I’ve been very vocal in calling out his blatant corruption’

By Metro East Sun Reports | Feb 12, 2025

A federal jury has convicted former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on 10 counts of bribery, conspiracy and wire fraud.

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Vice Chair of Madison County Republicans: 'our kids deserve protection'

By Metro East Sun | Jan 9, 2025

Vice Chair of Madison County Republicans, Jennifer Korte, said that the transgender treatments described in the U.S. Supreme Court case U.S. v. Skrmetti are "dangerously experimental," viewing the case as an opportunity to protect vulnerable...

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Madison County Republicans Vice Chair: 'Rebuild lives, don’t regulate rights'

By Metro East Sun | Jan 7, 2025

Jennifer Korte, Vice Chair of Madison County Republicans, said that focusing solely on stricter gun legislation overlooks the underlying issues of despair and hopelessness among youth.

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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Southern Illinois farmers scored a BIG win this week as a USMCA trade panel ruled against Mexico'

By Metro East Sun | Dec 25, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost expressed approval for a recent ruling by a United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) trade panel concerning Mexico's restrictions on U.S. corn exports.

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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Pleased to announce that the House has passed the Senator Elizabeth Dole Veterans bill'

By Metro East Sun | Dec 23, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost announced the passage of the Senator Elizabeth Dole Veterans Bill, highlighting its potential benefits for veterans.

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State Senator Erica Harriss: 'It’s an honor to be chosen for this important work'

By Metro East Sun | Dec 17, 2024

State Senator Erica Harriss announced her participation in the Women in Technology Task Force through a Facebook post on December 12.

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State Senator Jason Plummer: 'Remember the 1% grocery tax cut?'

By Metro East Sun | Dec 10, 2024

State Senator Jason Plummer raised concerns about the 1% grocery tax cut in a Facebook post on December 6.

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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'California has no right to tell farmers in Illinois how to raise their livestock or run their farms'

By Metro East Sun | Dec 6, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost voiced his opposition to California's Proposition 12 in a Facebook post dated December 5, stating, "Prop 12 policies are hurting our farmers and producers."

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State Sen. Chris Belt to return improper $800 donation Cahokia School District after watchdog complaint

By Metro East Sun Reports | Dec 4, 2024

Cahokia Unit School District #187 is being given back an improper $800 donation made by the district to a political campaign after it was called into question by Edgar County Watchdogs, a government watchdog group.

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Butler: 'The truth is, Pritzker’s leadership isn’t saving Illinois—it’s sinking it'

By Metro East Sun | Nov 20, 2024

Michael Butler, Chair of the St. Clair County Republicans, has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's policies, stating, "Gov. JB Pritzker may call himself a 'happy warrior' standing up to Trump, but his policies are the real danger to Illinois."

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Sen. Plummer: Madison Democrat Organization's comparison of current politics to 9/11 'is absolute lunacy'

By Metro East Sun | Nov 17, 2024

Illinois Senator Jason Plummer condemned the Madison County Eastern Democrat Organization for a social media post comparing the current political climate to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Plummer demanded the post’s immediate removal, along with a formal apology.

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Madison County Treasurer : 'Americans should enjoy a thriving economy'

By Metro East Sun | Oct 29, 2024

Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser said that under the Biden-Harris administration, inflation on essentials such as food, gas, and housing has put a strain on families.