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Image from the original article. Source: Illinois governor is first in US to block federal access to personal data on autism
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Key FactsIllinois Blocks Federal Data Collection on Autism
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed an unprecedented order preventing the federal government from collecting personal health data related to autism.

  • This decision comes in response to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plans to use health data to investigate autism causes.
  • "We are taking steps to ensure that our state remains a leader in protecting the rights of individuals with autism and all people with disabilities."— Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, who signed the executive order to ensure privacy protections for individuals with autism.
  • Pritzker emphasizes the order's role in safeguarding the rights of individuals with autism and disabilities.

  • Experts express concerns regarding the appropriateness of the proposed database for autism research, noting the absence of crucial genetic information.
JB Pritzker signs order to fight RFK Jr.’s data collection on autism: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order to protect residents in his state from ...
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JB Pritzker signs order to fight RFK Jr.’s data collection on autism
Image from the original article. Source: Gov. JB Pritzker signs order protecting autism data in response to federal research plan under RFK Jr.
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Gov. JB Pritzker signs order protecting autism data in response to federal ...
Key FactsIllinois Safeguards Autism Data from Unauthorized Collection
May 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: chicagotribune.com
  • Governor JB Pritzker signed an order limiting unauthorized collection of autism-related data by state agencies.

  • This action responds to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plans to create databases of autism information without adequate legal safeguards.
  • "It is deeply gratifying to see Illinois affirming the value of our lives, affirming that autism is not an epidemic, and taking concrete action to protect our privacy and ensure personally identifiable information about us does not fall into the wrong hands."— Colin Killick, Executive Director of Autistic Self Advocacy Network, on the significance of the new data protection order for individuals with autism.
  • The order prohibits collecting or disclosing personal autism data unless necessary for care or legal compliance.

  • Supporters of the order welcomed it as a validation of the value of individuals with autism and a protection of their privacy.
Editorial: House Republicans are handing JB Pritzker an opportunity to campaign: Republicans in Washington aren't likely to achieve the political triumph they ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/12/editorial-jb-pritzker-house-republicans-sanctuary-states/
Editorial: House Republicans are handing JB Pritzker an opportunity to ...
Gov. JB Pritzker agrees to testify before Congress on Illinois' immigration policies, sanctuary state status
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Gov. JB Pritzker agrees to testify before Congress on Illinois' ...
Is a Billionaire Hotel Heir the Answer to Democrats' Working-Class Problem?: Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, heir to the Hyatt hotel empire, has the kind of ...
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Is a Billionaire Hotel Heir the Answer to Democrats' Working-Class ...
Gov. JB Pritzker and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: A billionaire and a former bartender emerge as Trump resistance leaders
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Gov. JB Pritzker and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: A billionaire and a former ...
Pritzker’s office mockingly calls for ‘all pet owners’ to beware ahead of Noem visit
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Pritzker’s office mockingly calls for ‘all pet owners’ to beware ahead of ...
JB Pritzker: ‘I put my money where my mouth is’: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on immigration, oligarchy, antisemitism, and 2028.
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JB Pritzker: ‘I put my money where my mouth is’
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs order restricting autism data collection: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order in response to federal efforts to ...
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs order restricting autism data collection
Letter: Spurred by Gov. Pritzker’s speech calling for mass protests, I’m flying the American flag upside down
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Letter: Spurred by Gov. Pritzker’s speech calling for mass protests ...
Pritzker Thunders Against ‘Do Nothing’ Democrats as He Stokes 2028 Talk: In a fiery speech in New Hampshire, the Illinois governor railed against both President ...
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Pritzker Thunders Against ‘Do Nothing’ Democrats as He Stokes 2028 Talk
Letters: Gov. JB Pritzker is wrong to steer favor toward his lieutenant governor as Dick Durbin’s replacement
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Letters: Gov. JB Pritzker is wrong to steer favor toward his lieutenant ...
Democratic darling JB Pritzker has a record that will repel blue-collar Trump voters | Opinion
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Democratic darling JB Pritzker has a record that will repel blue-collar ...
Timothy Shriver: Gov. JB Pritzker, if you want to solve problems, lose the contempt 
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Timothy Shriver: Gov. JB Pritzker, if you want to solve problems ...
Feds say funding freed up for Great Lakes invasive carp project: Donald Trump reinforces funding available for Illinois project to contain invasive carp ...
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Feds say funding freed up for Great Lakes invasive carp project
Gov. JB Pritzker urges Democrats to protest at GOP congressional offices in response to President Donald Trump
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/30/pritzker-trump-fight-congressional-offices/
Gov. JB Pritzker urges Democrats to protest at GOP congressional offices ...
Editorial: Illinois owes Uncle Sam. But Pritzker can't 'disrupt' that.: Illinois is well on its way to becoming one of Uncle Sam's piggy banks again. Gov ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/05/editorial-illinois-is-uncle-sams-piggy-bank-again-but-gov-jb-pritzker-must-follow-the-law/
Editorial: Illinois owes Uncle Sam. But Pritzker can't 'disrupt' that.
State Rep. Fred Crespo ousted as committee chair for working on a separate budget plan
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State Rep. Fred Crespo ousted as committee chair for working on a separate ...
Hochul, Pritzker, Walz to testify before GOP panel on sanctuary cities: House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky ...
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Hochul, Pritzker, Walz to testify before GOP panel on sanctuary cities
Pritzker on Trump: Everyone understands ‘we’ve got an authoritarian in office’: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker criticized President Trump for being an unchecked ...
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Pritzker on Trump: Everyone understands ‘we’ve got an authoritarian in ...
Tight fiscal picture, federal funding uncertainty complicate state budget talks: A tight fiscal picture and uncertainty over federal funding have complicated ...
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Tight fiscal picture, federal funding uncertainty complicate state budget ...
George Ryan, Illinois Governor Who Halted Prison Executions, Dies at 91: A Republican, he imposed a moratorium on capital punishment, saying he could not support ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/02/us/politics/george-ryan-dead.html
George Ryan, Illinois Governor Who Halted Prison Executions, Dies at 91
Harvard board chair Penny Pritzker emerges as a target in Trump administration’s higher ed fight
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Harvard board chair Penny Pritzker emerges as a target in Trump ...
In Illinois Senate Race, Old Grudges and a Test of Pritzker’s Power: Few policy differences have emerged among the Democrats vying to replace the retiring ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/12/us/politics/illinois-senate-race-durbin-pritzker.html
In Illinois Senate Race, Old Grudges and a Test of Pritzker’s Power
J.B. Pritzker Is Showing Democrats How To Stand Up to Trump | Opinion: While it's far too early for Democrats to coalesce around a 2028 contender ...
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J.B. Pritzker Is Showing Democrats How To Stand Up to Trump | Opinion
Batavia joins other area municipalities in adopting 1% grocery tax: On Monday, the Batavia City Council voted unanimously to approve a local grocery tax to ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/07/batavia-grocery-tax/
Batavia joins other area municipalities in adopting 1% grocery tax
OPINION: ‘These Republicans cannot know a moment of peace’: Pritzker calls for mass protests against GOP In a fiery speech in New Hampshire, Illinois Gov ... Show more
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Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches ‘modest’ Springfield wish list: Faced with ongoing reluctance from lawmakers and Gov. JB Pritzker, Mayor Brandon Johnson has ...
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Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches ‘modest’ Springfield wish list
Great Lakes' $7 billion fishing industry fights invasive carp: Illinois is getting set to close on property that officials want to buy to keep invasive carp from ...
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Great Lakes' $7 billion fishing industry fights invasive carp
Pritzker campaign launches video series on Illinois residents impacted by Trump: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s (D) political team is dialing up the heat on the ...
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Pritzker campaign launches video series on Illinois residents impacted by ...
Trump Resistance? It’s Not a Full Movement, but It’s Growing.: Despite lacking a unified message or strategy, Democrats, universities, law firms and other ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/01/us/politics/trump-democrats-protests-law-firms-colleges.html
Trump Resistance? It’s Not a Full Movement, but It’s Growing.
JB Pritzker’s ‘mad as hell’ moment marks a turning point for Dems : Democratic voters have made clear they want a fighter. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is willing ...
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JB Pritzker’s ‘mad as hell’ moment marks a turning point for Dems 
This billionaire could be the unifier the Democrats need now - JB Pritzker might not be the party’s choice in 2028, but he’s crucial for the Trump resistance
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This billionaire could be the unifier the Democrats need now - JB Pritzker ...
Pritzker prez watch: JB introduces former New Zealand head: He introduced former Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern before a film about her.
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Pritzker prez watch: JB introduces former New Zealand head
Image from the original article. Source: Elon Musk Joins MAGA Meltdown Over Democrat’s Call to Fight Trump: The right is freaking out after JB Pritzker demanded mass mobilization against Trump.
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Elon Musk Joins MAGA Meltdown Over Democrat’s Call to Fight Trump
Key FactsTrump's Turbulent First 100 Days in Office
May 02 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: washingtonpost.com
  • A week of events showcased Trump's alleged successes, overshadowed by significant setbacks.

  • His approval ratings have dropped, with 61% disapproving of his economic policies, raising concerns about a looming recession.
  • Trump "inherited an economic catastrophe, a border catastrophe, a public safety catastrophe and a cultural catastrophe. And in every case, he has reversed those catastrophes and brought America into the new golden age."— Stephen Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff for Trump, describes the challenges Trump faced during his presidency.
  • The next 100 days may prove more challenging as Trump will need to negotiate with Congress and foreign leaders.

  • Critics label Trump's actions as controversial and disruptive, potentially triggering an economic downturn.
Image from the original article. Source: Illinois governor to Democrats: ‘Time to stop surrendering, when we need to fight’
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Illinois governor to Democrats: ‘Time to stop surrendering ...
Key FactsPritzker Calls for Resistance Against Trump and Democrats
Apr 29 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
  • Illinois Governor JB Pritzker delivered a passionate speech in New Hampshire, criticizing both President Trump and the 'simpering timidity' of some Democrats.

  • Pritzker urged Democrats to engage in mass protests and mobilizations to combat Republicans.
  • "Never before in my life have I called for mass protests, for mobilization, for disruption. But I am now. These Republicans cannot know a moment of peace."— Governor JB Pritzker in a speech in New Hampshire calling for action against Republicans.
  • He positioned himself as a leading voice of an insurgent faction within the Democratic Party advocating for aggressive attacks on Trump's agenda.

  • Despite speculations about a potential 2028 presidential run, Pritzker emphasized his focus on the upcoming midterm elections.
Gov. JB Pritzker to endorse Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton for US Senate: Gov. JB Pritzker’s endorsement of Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, scheduled for Friday morning ...
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Gov. JB Pritzker to endorse Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton for US Senate
Gov. Pritzker headlines New Hampshire fundraiser: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker will headline a major Democratic fundraiser in New Hampshire on Sunday as the ...
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Gov. Pritzker headlines New Hampshire fundraiser
JB Pritzker burnishes his national brand as one of Trump’s fiercest critics Show more
Image from the original article. Source: Barack Obama, JB Pritzker among Illinois leaders remembering Pope Francis: In the hours following Pope Francis' death Monday, leaders from Illinois — including ...
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Barack Obama, JB Pritzker among Illinois leaders remembering Pope Francis
Key FactsWealth vs. Humility: The Faith Leaders Debate
Apr 28 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tnx.africa
  • Following Pope Francis' passing, comparisons were drawn between his modest lifestyle and Joel Osteen's luxurious living.

  • A viral discussion emerged as images of the Pope's simple quarters circulated alongside photos of Osteen's extravagant mansion.
  • I chose to live here, in Room 201, because when I took possession of the papal apartment, inside myself I distinctly heard a 'no.' The papal apartment is not luxurious, but it is large. I need to live among people.— Pope Francis explained in a past interview why he chose a modest residence.
  • While some defended Osteen's lifestyle as earned, others criticized the excess, sparking debate about the responsibilities of religious leaders.

  • The stark contrast between the two figures highlights ongoing conversations about wealth and humility in faith.
Pritzker: the do-nothing crowd spent their years watching Republicans illegitimately pack the Supreme Court, take away voting rights from people of color ...
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Pritzker: the do-nothing crowd spent their years watching Republicans ...
Pritzker’s speech in New Hampshire drives presidential campaign buzz: The Illinois governor drew wide applause as he urged Democrats to abandon efforts to ...
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Pritzker’s speech in New Hampshire drives presidential campaign buzz
USA: Car crashes into school, at least four young people dead: A driver crashes into a school in a small US town in the afternoon. At least four people are ...
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USA: Car crashes into school, at least four young people dead
Several dead: Car crashes into school daycare in Illinois: Police are currently reporting four fatalities between the ages of four and 18 ...
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Several dead: Car crashes into school daycare in Illinois
Gov. JB Pritzker calls it ‘ironic’ that inaugural committee accepted donation from Chinese firm Trump has criticized
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/22/gov-jb-pritzker-calls-it-ironic-that-inaugural-committee-accepted-donation-from-chinese-firm-trump-has-criticized/
Gov. JB Pritzker calls it ‘ironic’ that inaugural committee accepted ...
Pritzker orders Illinois to boycott El Salvador over Abrego Garcia’s detention: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has ordered agencies in his state to boycott work with ...
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Pritzker orders Illinois to boycott El Salvador over Abrego Garcia’s ...
Delaware governor: The party that wins future elections is ‘whoever delivers for Americans’
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Delaware governor: The party that wins future elections is ‘whoever ...
Right-Wing Canadian Candidate Begs Trump to Stop Posting Weird Things: Donald Trump marked Election Day in Canada with another attempt to interfere in the ...
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Right-Wing Canadian Candidate Begs Trump to Stop Posting Weird Things
Karoline Leavitt Lets Unhinged Sycophant Into White House Briefing: He got to ask the first question too.
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Karoline Leavitt Lets Unhinged Sycophant Into White House Briefing
Gov. JB Pritzker rips Trump tariffs on first Fox News appearance, calls them ‘taxes on working families’
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/13/gov-jb-pritzker-rips-trump-tariffs-on-fox/
Gov. JB Pritzker rips Trump tariffs on first Fox News appearance ...
Illinois' divestment from El Salvador shows how states can challenge Trump: With a majority of the federal government under Trump-friendly GOP control ...
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Illinois' divestment from El Salvador shows how states can challenge Trump
US Rep. Jan Schakowsky says she’ll make announcement on her future at May 5 lunch event
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/23/schakowsky-says-undecided-reelection/
US Rep. Jan Schakowsky says she’ll make announcement on her future at May ...
Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s undecided on congressional invitation to testify on immigration
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/14/pritzker-congress-testify/
Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s undecided on congressional invitation to ...
Editorial: JB Pritzker’s first-ever Fox News interview is — surprise! — constructive and civil
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Editorial: JB Pritzker’s first-ever Fox News interview is — surprise! — ...
Arne Duncan: Illinois should let residents pursue a bachelor’s degree at community college
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/28/opinion-expand-community-college-illinois/
Arne Duncan: Illinois should let residents pursue a bachelor’s degree at ...
Illinois looks to rein in drug intermediaries over high costs, but legislation is unresolved and industry says the efforts are flawed
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Illinois looks to rein in drug intermediaries over high costs ...
JB Pritzker blasts ‘do nothing Democrats’ at New Hampshire fundraiser: The two-term Illinois governor accused Democrats of being too timid in standing up to the ...
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JB Pritzker blasts ‘do nothing Democrats’ at New Hampshire fundraiser
What EV sales slump? Illinois’ EV sales outpace the nation by 4:1: Fueled by incentives from the Illinois EPA and ComEd, new EV registrations nearly quadrupled ...
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What EV sales slump? Illinois’ EV sales outpace the nation by 4:1
Rep. Chris Miller: Gov. JB Pritzker’s policies are responsible for high rent costs
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/08/opinion-illinois-housing-affordability-jb-pritzker/
Rep. Chris Miller: Gov. JB Pritzker’s policies are responsible for high ...
Gov. JB Pritzker to lead trade mission to Mexico: Gov. JB Pritzker is heading a trade mission to Mexico next week to pitch Illinois businesses.
chicagotribune.com/2025/03/28/gov-jb-pritzker-to-lead-trade-mission-to-mexico/
Gov. JB Pritzker to lead trade mission to Mexico
Governor Newsom, It’s Time to Get Off the Sidelines: The Nation Magazine
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Governor Newsom, It’s Time to Get Off the Sidelines
David Greising: State action on pension reform is slow. That may prove auspicious in the end.
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David Greising: State action on pension reform is slow. That may prove ...
Federal funding cuts, state budget woes have Chicago recovery services scrambling to survive
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Federal funding cuts, state budget woes have Chicago recovery services ...
Illinois signs trade agreement with state of Mexico: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker led a delegation of state officials and business leaders to Mexico to strengthen ...
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Illinois signs trade agreement with state of Mexico
Concerned for service members, governor seeks security assurances from Joint Chiefs
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Concerned for service members, governor seeks security assurances from ...