WATCH: Pritzker alleges Trump election interference; tells disgruntled residents to move
(The Center Square) – In today’s edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop shares where there appears to be common ground between the Trump administration and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on public safety as both say there needs to be more law enforcement officers. But Pritzker alleged without evidence that President Donald Trump’s push for using the National Guard for public safety is an attempt to interfere with the 2026 election.
Bishop also shares comments Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker made about sentiments across the state to split the state in two. He said if people don’t want to make the state better, they can move. New Illinois Chairman G.H. Merritt reacts and said the governor doesn’t understand what’s behind the movement, saying he won’t listen and doesn’t care.
Watch the full program below. Subscribe to Illinois in Focus Daily with The Center Square on YouTube. You can also subscribe to the Illinois in Focus podcast to get the entire show uninterrupted.
Latest News Stories
Lake Land Trustees Review ‘Education That Fits Your Life’ Strategy at Retreat
Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago TV crew attacked near lakefront
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Clark County Board for May 15, 2026
Illinois second in local fines and forfeitures
Pritzker signs 62 new laws, many not in effect until 2027
Illinois Quick Hits: Ruling supports Illinois mail-in ballot laws
Colorado Dems seek to flip longtime GOP congressional seat
U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear Washington parental rights case
IL Dems blast Trump refusal to sign housing bill
Op-Ed: Illinois manufacturers are in dire need of legal reform
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Casey City Council for June 1, 2026
Chicago officials pick apart parking meter deal, buyer’s ICE deportation ties