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House Republican Leader Tony McCombie Announces Leadership Team. Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie has announced her Leadership team for the 104th General Assembly.

“My leadership team is built to provide a strategic advantage on how to achieve our shared objectives of creating a stronger Illinois without adding to the burdens on Illinois families,” McCombie said. “I’ve selected colleagues from districts across Illinois to work alongside me in pushing our state forward.”  

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s influence extended far beyond the Southern United States. His work left an indelible mark on Illinois, particularly in Chicago, where he addressed systemic racial injustices that shaped the lives of millions. His visits and campaigns in Illinois exemplify his belief that the fight for civil rights was a nationwide call to equality and justice.

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier is urging men to get screened for prostate cancer after he was diagnosed with the disease. Doctors discovered the cancer after routine blood tests. Rep. Meier will begin undergoing 28 days of treatment this month and will continue his legislative efforts on behalf of his constituents. According to Meier, this type of cancer is very treatable, and he expects a full recovery.

Even as new laws sponsored by Illinois House Republicans were enacted this year to help survivors of human trafficking, the ill-conceived Safe-T Act, passed by Illinois Democrats, is keeping traffickers out of jail pending trials after their arrests, giving them the opportunity to target new victims.

Last week, news outlets reported that six men were arrested by the Illinois State Police (ISP) for allegedly attempting to engage in commercial sex acts with underage individuals in McLean County. According to Bloomington’s 25 News, only one of the six remains behind bars until their trials.

Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie announced her leadership team for the 104th General Assembly.

“My leadership team is built to provide a strategic advantage on how to achieve our shared objectives of creating a stronger Illinois without adding to the burdens on Illinois families,” McCombie said. “I’ve selected colleagues from districts across Illinois to work alongside me in pushing our state forward.”

This month, the Illinois General Assembly returned to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can make it difficult for residents to engage with the legislative process, but there are options to stay involved.

“Your voice matters, and your participation makes all the difference,” House Republican Minority Leader Tony McCombie said. “When constituents take the time to learn the process, share their perspectives, and hold their representatives accountable, democracy thrives. Together, we can ensure that every voice is heard, and every concern is addressed.”

Human trafficking is a heartbreaking reality that’s closer to home than many realize. Across Illinois, countless individuals are exploited and abused in ways that often go unseen. In 2022, the National Human Trafficking Hotline received 287 calls from Illinois, identifying 199 victims. And those numbers are just the tip of the iceberg. The true scale of this crime is hidden in the shadows, with many victims unable to speak out.