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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 1d

As I said earlier today on @msnbc.com’s Deadline White House, the President's decision to deploy the National Guard was politically driven. This deployment is illegal, and I will use every tool at my disposal to challenge this unconstitutional act.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 1d

Watch my full remarks from today's press conference here: vimeo.com/1124994187?s...

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 1d

There is no need or justification for a militarized response to anything going on in Chicago. It is unfair to National Guardsmen. It is unfair to local law enforcement and it is unfair to the law-abiding citizens of Illinois who do not want to be subject to military occupation.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 2d

Americans should not live under the threat of military occupation, regardless of where they reside. I’m committed to upholding the Constitution and defending the rule of law, and am seeking an order to stop unlawful National Guard deployment in Illinois: tinyurl.com/2n77rmne

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 2d

More from my interview with Rev. Al Sharpton on @msnbc.com

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 2d

As the federal judge in Oregon recognized, “this is a nation of Constitutional law not martial law”. Within 24 hours we will be filing a legal challenge to the President’s unlawful deployment of the National Guard.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 5d

In Illinois, workers are entitled to pay for pre-shift tasks. I will continue advocating for Illinois workers and ensuring our wage-and-hour standards are respected and enforced: tinyurl.com/dxktb2hw

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 5d

Attorney General Raoul Issues Statement on Court Decision Upholding Provision of Reproductive Health Act: tinyurl.com/3smcwann

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 5d

My office has worked diligently to enhance services that support survivors of crime, but this new DOJ restriction would diminish those efforts: tinyurl.com/2s4bvx2b

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 6d

The Trump administration’s proposal would harm our institutions of higher education and our economy. I join my fellow AGs in opposing these overly restrictive requirements that would ultimately make our country less competitive on the global stage: bit.ly/4mKzFUa

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 7d

I am pleased with the court’s decision to block this chaotic and illegal attempt to coerce states into compliance with the president’s political agenda: bit.ly/46vUEFm

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 8d

This illegal action by the Trump administration is an effort to deny comprehensive, inclusive sexual education to young people. All students deserve to feel safe and supported at school, and I remain committed to protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ students: tinyurl.com/24u8a46f

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 12d

Donors should be able to trust that their donations will support a charity’s stated mission and not be misled. I'm pleased our partnership with the FTC and this bipartisan coalition will ensure this charitable fundraiser is held accountable: tinyurl.com/4a9zfb9k

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 12d

Diversity initiatives are lawful, and lead to more successful businesses and learning environments. I will stand with those who are challenging this administration’s illegal attempts to eliminate these programs: tinyurl.com/yeyj2963

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 12d

I'm urging the court not to enforce the Defund Provision, which is an attempt to shutter Planned Parenthood. @ppfa.org offers more than reproductive care, including access to screenings, wellness exams and other critical preventative services: tinyurl.com/3myuktft

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 13d

It is unlawful for the president to withhold disaster relief and public safety funds for political reasons. I applaud this decision, and will continue to oppose the unconstitutional acts of this administration: tinyurl.com/2zu2b8dv

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 14d

The Trump administration’s proposals would undo decades of progress we have made to address climate change by eliminating all existing EPA vehicle greenhouse gas emission standards and denying the EPA’s authority to regulate harmful air pollution: tinyurl.com/hwcu5rk2

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 14d

Shana Tova! May the new year ahead bring blessings and goodness your way.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 15d

Yesterday, my office spoke with Hon. Griselda Vega Samuel of the Cook County Circuit Court in celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth. I am certain that everyone who watched our broadcast was encouraged by how her varied experiences & non-linear path have made her the dedicated advocate she is today.

Judge Griselda Vega Samuel of the Cook County Circuit Court sits at a conference and speaks to an audience. In the foreground of the photo is an out-of-focus back of someone's head. Behind Judge Vega Samuel is the Illinois state seal and flag.

Judge Griselda Vega Samuel of the Cook County Circuit Court (left) stands and smiles with Elisa Cervantes Hamilton, Deputy Chief of the OAG Medicaid Fraud Bureau (right), who interviewed her. Behind them are two bookshelves of law books. Above them are two boom mics that were used for the livestream.

Judge Griselda Vega Samuel of the Cook County Circuit Court (center) stands with 11 OAG staff members -- most of them from the Hispanic/Latinx ERG. Behind them are the American flag, the Illinois state seal, and the Illinois flag.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 15d

I stand with the coalition in applauding the court in this decision, which ensures SNAP recipients can receive the benefits they rely on without the concern of their private personal information being involuntarily shared outside the program: tinyurl.com/bd8uaksd

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 18d

I'm proud to announce $18.4M in grants to EV charging stations across Illinois — funds that Trump was withholding until @ilattygeneral.bsky.social stepped in to restore.

Looking forward to taking another step forward in our efforts to expand our infrastructure and boost our local economies.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 19d

In May, I joined 16 state AGs in suing the Trump administration for unlawfully halting critical electric vehicle funding. I am pleased NEVI funds have been released and that the money will help construct EV charging stations: tinyurl.com/4jb2d9bc

Gov. Pritzker Announces Awards for New EV Charging Stations

$18.4 million was restored after the Trump Administration unlawfully froze funding

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 19d

Buying tickets should not be stressful or financially devastating. Ticketmaster’s deceptive business tactics have left fans paying steep hidden fees and pushed them into expensive, secondary ticket markets, and they must be stopped: tinyurl.com/mrxhsnr5

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 19d

Read more about the event here: www.acslaw.org/press_releas...

ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Honors Illinois AG, Local Legal Leaders for Contributions to Progressive Causes | ACS

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you to the American Constitution Society’s Chicago Lawyer Chapter for honoring me with the Abner J. Mikva Award at the annual Legal Legends Luncheon. I am happy to serve as Attorney General and fight the good fight, especially in these times.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul @ilattygeneral.bsky.social · 19d

In May, I joined 16 state AGs in suing the Trump administration for unlawfully halting critical electric vehicle funding. I am pleased NEVI funds have been released and that the money will help construct EV charging stations: tinyurl.com/4jb2d9bc

Gov. Pritzker Announces Awards for New EV Charging Stations

$18.4 million was restored after the Trump Administration unlawfully froze funding

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