Darren Bailey under fire for comparing Holocaust to abortion
Republican nominee for Illinois governor Darren Bailey is facing backlash over a video he posted to Facebook in 2017 where he attempted to draw a comparison between abortion and the Holocaust.
Republican nominee for Illinois governor Darren Bailey is facing backlash over a video he posted to Facebook in 2017 where he attempted to draw a comparison between abortion and the Holocaust.
DOJ suing to block abortion law in Idaho as Indiana lawmakers debate issue
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Tuesday afternoon to block a new anti-abortion law in Idaho. It comes as Indiana lawmakers heard emotional testimony on the issue at their state capitol.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Tuesday afternoon to block a new anti-abortion law in Idaho. It comes as Indiana lawmakers heard emotional testimony on the issue at their state capitol.
Illinois GOP nominee for governor under fire for comparing abortion to the Holocaust in resurfaced video
Republican nominee for Illinois governor Darren Bailey is facing backlash over a video he posted to Facebook in 2017 where he attempted to draw a comparison between abortion and the Holocaust.
Republican nominee for Illinois governor Darren Bailey is facing backlash over a video he posted to Facebook in 2017 where he attempted to draw a comparison between abortion and the Holocaust.
US Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrives in Taiwan, escalating tensions with China
China had warned of “resolute and strong measures” if Pelosi went ahead with the trip to Taiwan. She is the highest-ranking American official to visit the self-ruled island claimed by China in 25 years.
China had warned of “resolute and strong measures” if Pelosi went ahead with the trip to Taiwan. She is the highest-ranking American official to visit the self-ruled island claimed by China in 25 years.
How will the Inflation Reduction Act impact Americans?
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider details how he thinks the Inflation Reduction Act will lower the cost of living for Americans and stabilize prices of necessities across the nation.
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider details how he thinks the Inflation Reduction Act will lower the cost of living for Americans and stabilize prices of necessities across the nation.
Jon Stewart back on Capitol Hill, urges passing of healthcare benefits for veterans
Jon Stewart was back on Capitol Hill Monday, demanding Congress pass a bill on veterans' healthcare.
Jon Stewart was back on Capitol Hill Monday, demanding Congress pass a bill on veterans' healthcare.
Bill to ban abortion advances in Indiana
An abortion ban inches closer to becoming law in Indiana.
An abortion ban inches closer to becoming law in Indiana.
UpRising Bakery owner says village discriminated against her after business was vandalized prior to drag show
An Illinois bakery owner states that she and her business are facing discrimination from her local government after being targeted with what she considers a hate crime.
An Illinois bakery owner states that she and her business are facing discrimination from her local government after being targeted with what she considers a hate crime.
Illinois Democratic Rep. Chuy García lashes out at Twitter user with profanity, offensive term
Democratic Rep. Chuy García posted a profane response to an anonymous Twitter user who spoke of ignoring new gun control laws.
Democratic Rep. Chuy García posted a profane response to an anonymous Twitter user who spoke of ignoring new gun control laws.
Flannery Fired Up: July 29, 2022
Let's get fired up!
Let's get fired up!
House passes semi-automatic gun ban after 18-year lapse
The House passed legislation Friday to revive a ban on semi-automatic guns, the first vote of its kind in years and a direct response to the firearms often used in the crush of mass shootings ripping through communities nationwide.
The House passed legislation Friday to revive a ban on semi-automatic guns, the first vote of its kind in years and a direct response to the firearms often used in the crush of mass shootings ripping through communities nationwide.
State Rep. Kelly no longer seeking re-election as chair of Illinois Democratic Party
Critics were complaining that State Rep. Robin Kelly has simply not raised the cash needed in a year when Democrats could face a Republican wave.
Critics were complaining that State Rep. Robin Kelly has simply not raised the cash needed in a year when Democrats could face a Republican wave.
GOP senators slammed for opposing veterans bill
Chas Sampson, Seven Principles founder, talks about why the blocking of a Senate bill aimed at helping veterans was "detrimental" to those who have served in our armed forces.
Chas Sampson, Seven Principles founder, talks about why the blocking of a Senate bill aimed at helping veterans was "detrimental" to those who have served in our armed forces.
Jon Stewart outraged after US lawmakers deny health care benefits for veterans
Comedian Jon Stewart got choked up while supporting veterans on Capitol Hill Thursday.
Comedian Jon Stewart got choked up while supporting veterans on Capitol Hill Thursday.
Illinois lawmakers discuss solutions to gun violence — what to know
In the wake of the Highland Park shooting and the constant barrage of bullets in Chicago, two state Democrats are calling for a bipartisan solution.
In the wake of the Highland Park shooting and the constant barrage of bullets in Chicago, two state Democrats are calling for a bipartisan solution.
Illinois lawmakers discuss solutions to gun violence
In the wake of the Highland Park shooting and the constant barrage of bullets in Chicago, two state Democrats are calling for a bipartisan solution.
In the wake of the Highland Park shooting and the constant barrage of bullets in Chicago, two state Democrats are calling for a bipartisan solution.
What's in, and out, of Democrats' climate, health care and inflation bill
Here’s a look at the Democrats' "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" as it stands after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and holdout Sen. Joe Manchin reached a deal.
Here’s a look at the Democrats' "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" as it stands after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and holdout Sen. Joe Manchin reached a deal.
City agencies prohibited from investigating those who come to Chicago seeking abortions
Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order preventing city agencies from investigating or assisting other state's investigations of those who come to Chicago to have an abortion or to seek reproductive access.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order preventing city agencies from investigating or assisting other state's investigations of those who come to Chicago to have an abortion or to seek reproductive access.
City agencies barred from investigating those who come to Chicago seeking abortions
Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order Thursday preventing city agencies, including Chicago police, from investigating or assisting other state's investigations of those who come to Chicago to have an abortion or to seek reproductive access.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order Thursday preventing city agencies, including Chicago police, from investigating or assisting other state's investigations of those who come to Chicago to have an abortion or to seek reproductive access.
Duckworth opponent Kathy Salvi calls for cutting off Ukraine aid
“This is another example of the Washington elite just sending our money, spending our money to oblivion,” said Kathy Salvi.
“This is another example of the Washington elite just sending our money, spending our money to oblivion,” said Kathy Salvi.