Senator Andrew Chesney Denounces Pritzker Decision to Divert $160 Million in DHS Funds Toward Migrant Crisis
On Thursday, Governor Pritzker announced a decision to divert $160 million from the state’s Department of Human Services budget to programs that provide assistance to immigrants arriving in Chicago. Upon hearing the announcement, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “Governor Pritzker should not be surprised that asylum seekers and illegal immigrants are […]
Senator Chesney Denounces IL Supreme Court Decision; is Confident Second Amendment Rights will prevail before SCOTUS
On Friday morning, the Illinois Supreme Court issued a ruling that upholds the controversial assault-style weapons and magazines ban law. The U.S. Supreme Court will likely decide the issue. In response to the ruling, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport), issued the following statement: “I am disappointed, yet not surprised, that the highly politicized Illinois Supreme […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling on No-Cash Bail
On Tuesday, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled the no-cash bail provision of the SAFE-T Act is constitutional. In response to the ruling, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “I am disappointed with the partisan Supreme Court’s ruling because the Legislature did indeed infringe upon the rights and responsibilities of the judicial branch of […]
Senator Chesney Denounces Rockton Library Board’s Decision to Host Drag Show
On Monday night, the Talcott Free Library Board of Trustees failed to overturn a recently scheduled drag show event at the Rockton Library. The event has been billed as a place for youth to learn about drag queens, and prior to the meeting, a large group of protesters gathered outside to show their opposition or support of the […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Reacts to New Trump Indictment
News broke Thursday evening that former President Donald Trump has been indicted on charges connected to his handling of classified national security documents. In response to the news, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “This is a sad day for America. These are serious charges that President Trump will need to defend. […]
Chesney Urges Northwest Illinois Residents Not to Fall for Governor’s Fancy Budget Rhetoric during Freeport Visit
On Tuesday, June 6, Governor JB Pritzker brought his “budget amplification tour” to the City of Freeport. The Freeport visit is one of many across Illinois the Governor is using to garner support for the $50.6 billion budget just passed by the General Assembly. The budget passed despite bipartisan opposition. In response to the visit, […]
Senator Chesney Blasts Democrats’ FY 2024 Budget
On Thursday night the Senate approved a Fiscal Year 2024 budget that spends over $50 billion. After the 34 to 22 vote, State Senator Andrew Chesney, who voted against the budget, issued the following statement: “This is yet another out-of-touch budget filled with misplaced priorities that cater to the extremes of the Democratic base […]
Chesney Opposes Measure that Threatens Funding for Local Libraries
On May 3, the Illinois Senate passed legislation that would strip local libraries of their ability to receive state funding unless they adopt the American Library Association’s Library “Bill of Rights”, which comes from a little-known national board not beholden to the voters of the 45th Senate District. State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) voted against […]
Senator Chesney Applauds Jurors for Delivering “Guilty on all Charges” Verdict in Com-Ed Trial
On Tuesday, the “Com-Ed 4” were found guilty on all counts. In response to the verdicts, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “Justice was delivered today as key players in Illinois’ Com-Ed scandal were finally held accountable for crimes that have eroded the public’s trust in the utility giant and in […]
Senator Chesney Applauds U.S. Court Order to Halt Enforcement of Assault Weapons Ban
On Friday, the U.S. Southern District Court of Illinois issued an order that would prohibit the enforcement of Illinois’ assault weapons ban while the constitutionality of the law is litigated. In response to the order, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “I applaud today’s decision. The order supersedes the U.S. 7th […]