Dick Durbin, Illinois' longest serving U.S. senator, won’t seek re-election in 2026
Dick Durbin, the longest-serving U.S. senator from Illinois, announced on Wednesday that he won’t seek re-election in 2026 for a sixth term.
Illinois politics: As Durbin stalls on 2026 decision, state treasurer faces protest firestorm
Illinois' senior U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin hasn’t said if he’ll seek another six-year term, and that uncertainty is fueling quiet jostling among ambitious Democrats across the state.
Illinois lawmakers criticize Trump’s tariffs, say he’s ‘enamored’ with them despite economic risks
Illinois lawmakers are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s newly-announced "reciprocal" tariffs, warning they could drive up prices for American families.
Illinois lawmakers slam Trump admin officials for group chat leak
Illinois members of Congress slammed Trump administration officials involved in the leak of plans for a military attack in Yemen to a journalist.
Pritzker, Durbin rip Trump's move to dismantle Education Department: 'What a fool'
Illinois lawmakers are pushing back after President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education.
Illinois leaders slam Trump after 'appalling' Education Department layoffs
Illinois leaders took shots at the Trump administration after it announced the firings of over 1,3000 employees at the Department of Education.
Illinois politicos react to Trump’s first speech to Congress in 2nd term
The reaction to President Donald Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday night is pouring in, including from politicians in Illinois.
Durbin warns of 'dangerous flaw' in new FBI chief Kash Patel
The Senate has confirmed Kash Patel as the next director of the FBI, despite strong opposition from Democrats.
