Senator Chesney Reacts to Pritzker Budget Address
On Wednesday, Governor JB Pritzker gave his annual Budget Address before a joint session of the Senate and House. Following the speech, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “J.B. Pritzker’s budget address wasn’t about governing—it was about launching his national campaign. Instead of tackling Illinois’ skyrocketing taxes, failing schools, or horrific […]
Senator Chesney Reacts to Madigan Verdict
On Wednesday morning, a federal jury found former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael J. Madigan guilty on several counts of bribery conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud. Upon hearing the verdict, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “As one of the three original petitioners who triggered an in-house investigation into suspected […]
Senator Chesney Expresses Full Support of DOJ Lawsuit Against State of Illinois for Interfering with Trump Deportation Efforts
On Thursday, President Donald J. Trump’s Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against the State of Illinois, accusing state leaders, including Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, of interfering with federal efforts to deport illegal immigrants. Upon learning of the lawsuit, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “Today’s […]
The Weaponization of Justice Ends Now: Senator Andrew Chesney Reacts to “Unconditional Discharge” Decision for President Donald Trump
On Friday morning, New York Judge Juan Merchan vindicated President Donald Trump with an unconditional discharge in relation to convictions received in 2024 in a case many believed was a politically motivated attempt to interfere in the Election. An unconditional discharge means the President will not face imprisonment, probation, supervision, or any other conditions, underscoring the case’s flimsy foundation. Following the sentencing, State Senator […]
Senator Andrew Chesney to Host IPASS on Demand Event in Elizabeth on December 9
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is bringing a mobile team from the Illinois Tollway to Elizabeth on December 9 for an IPASS on Demand event. “The Tollway is transitioning away from plastic transponders and are replacing them with new sticker technology,” said Chesney. “Rather than having my constituents complete this transaction at the DMV or […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Stands with Legislative Freedom Caucus to Demand Illinois’ Cooperation with Trump Administration Mandates
During the second week of Veto Session in Springfield, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) stood with members of the Legislative Freedom Caucus and demanded that Governor JB Pritzker abide by policies- including those related to immigration- that President-Elect Donald Trump has said he will implement when he takes office in January. The Caucus also asked […]
Senator Andrew Chesney’s Week in Review
Veto Session Concludes: Senate Republicans Renew Call for No New Tax Hikes The second and final week of the General Assembly’s Veto Session wrapped up on Thursday with few legislative items passing through either chamber. While the Veto Session has ended, the 103rd General Assembly is expected to reconvene in early January for a “lame duck” […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Responds to Attack Against President Donald Trump
On Saturday afternoon at a rally in Western Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump was injured after gunfire rang out while he was speaking. In response to the attack, State Senator Andrew Chesney issued the following statement: “There is no place within our political debate for violence against any public official. The assassination attempt on President Trump […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Reacts to Ogle County Shooting
On Wednesday, three deputies from Ogle County Sheriff’s Department were shot while responding to an incident inside an Ogle County home. In response, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “I want to thank Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle and his department, police officers from several communities, and the crisis negotiators and […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Responds to Trump Verdict
In response to the verdict handed down in a New York City courtroom Thursday afternoon against President Donald Trump, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) has issued the following statement: “The next President of the United States will be decided by the American people on November 5th and not by those who have weaponized our […]