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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.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: yahoo.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: yahoo.com
- 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.
- 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.
"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.
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 ...
msnbc.com/top-stories/latest/jb-pritzker-robert-kennedy-autism-registry-rfk-rcna205628

Image from the original article. Source: Gov. JB Pritzker signs order protecting autism data in response to federal research plan under RFK Jr.
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/07/illinois-autism-data-collection-restrictoins/

Key FactsIllinois Safeguards Autism Data from Unauthorized Collection
May 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: chicagotribune.com
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.
- 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.
"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.
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/

Gov. JB Pritzker agrees to testify before Congress on Illinois' immigration policies, sanctuary state status
cbsnews.com/chicago/news/gov-jb-pritzker-to-testify-congress-immigration-sanctuary-laws/

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 ...
newsweek.com/jb-pritzker-democrats-trump-2028-president-2073019

Gov. JB Pritzker and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: A billionaire and a former bartender emerge as Trump resistance leaders
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Pritzker’s office mockingly calls for ‘all pet owners’ to beware ahead of Noem visit
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5288021-pritzker-illinois-noem-trump-immigration-springfield/

JB Pritzker: ‘I put my money where my mouth is’: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on immigration, oligarchy, antisemitism, and 2028.
semafor.com/article/05/09/2025/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 ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/05/13/illinois-governor-jb-pritzker-autism-data-collection/83590966007/
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stops in Springfield to criticize state’s immigration policies
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/07/homeland-security-secretary-kristi-noem-stops-in-springfield-to-criticize-states-immigration-policies/

Letter: Spurred by Gov. Pritzker’s speech calling for mass protests, I’m flying the American flag upside down
sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2025/05/11/letter-spurred-by-gov-pritzkers/

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 ...
nytimes.com/2025/04/27/us/politics/jb-pritzker-2028-new-hampshire-trump-democrats.html

Letters: Gov. JB Pritzker is wrong to steer favor toward his lieutenant governor as Dick Durbin’s replacement
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/09/letters-050925-jb-pritzker-juliana-stratton/

Democratic darling JB Pritzker has a record that will repel blue-collar Trump voters | Opinion
miamiherald.com/opinion/article305854471.html

Gov. JB Pritzker mocks his weight, tells TV host Jimmy Kimmel he’s undecided on third term
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/02/gov-jb-pritzker-mocks-his-weight-tells-tv-host-jimmy-kimmel-hes-undecided-on-third-term/

Timothy Shriver: Gov. JB Pritzker, if you want to solve problems, lose the contempt
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/08/opinion-jb-pritzker-civil-discourse/

Pritzker hits a nerve in Trump world
politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2025/04/29/stephen-miller-attacks-jb-pritzker-over-new-hampshire-speech-00314775

Feds say funding freed up for Great Lakes invasive carp project: Donald Trump reinforces funding available for Illinois project to contain invasive carp ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/09/trump-pritzker-carp-executive-order/

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/

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/

State Rep. Fred Crespo ousted as committee chair for working on a separate budget plan
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/15/crespo-ousted-as-committee-chair/

Hochul, Pritzker, Walz to testify before GOP panel on sanctuary cities: House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/5286013-house-oversight-committee-santuary-cities/

Pritzker on Trump: Everyone understands ‘we’ve got an authoritarian in office’: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker criticized President Trump for being an unchecked ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5279065-jb-pritzker-donald-trump-criticism/

You Know What the Democratic Party Needs Right Now? Someone to Start Running for President.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2025/04/democratic-party-2028-presidential-campaign-pritzker-emanuel-aoc.html

Tight fiscal picture, federal funding uncertainty complicate state budget talks: A tight fiscal picture and uncertainty over federal funding have complicated ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/13/illinois-budget-talks/

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
Harvard board chair Penny Pritzker emerges as a target in Trump administration’s higher ed fight
cnn.com/2025/05/06/us/penny-pritzker-harvard-board-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

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 ...
newsweek.com/jb-pritzker-showing-democrats-how-stand-trump-opinion-2068770

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/

JB Pritzker Suggests New Nickname Trump Can Use to Mock His Weight: ‘That’s How You Know He ...
mediaite.com/tv/jb-pritzker-suggests-new-nickname-trump-can-use-to-mock-his-weight-thats-how-you-know-hes-afraid-of-you/
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


‘The reckoning is here’: Have the Democrats found a billionaire of their own to take down Trump?
smh.com.au/world/north-america/when-you-see-a-danger-you-yell-top-democrat-unleashes-call-to-arms-against-trump-20250429-p5luxp.html
Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches ‘modest’ Springfield wish list: Faced with ongoing reluctance from lawmakers and Gov. JB Pritzker, Mayor Brandon Johnson has ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/30/mayor-brandon-johnson-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 ...
apnews.com/article/invasive-carp-pritzker-trump-lake-michigan-84409517f05da48cbb652b6ae1d8c79d

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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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

Before they name a 2028 nominee, Democrats will have to decide which state will weigh in first
ajc.com/news/nation-world/before-they-name-a-2028-nominee-democrats-will-have-to-decide-which-state-will-weigh-in-first/OJAAJ3L5HNFULHOZPAEOJTYHBM/

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 ...
thehill.com/opinion/campaign/5273067-jb-pritzkers-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
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/05/05/pritzker-president-trump-resistance/

Pritzker prez watch: JB introduces former New Zealand head: He introduced former Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern before a film about her.
axios.com/local/chicago/2025/05/05/jb-pritzker-president-jacinda-ardern-documentary

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.
newrepublic.com/post/194483/elon-musk-maga-meltdown-pritzker-speech-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
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.
- 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.
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.
Image from the original article. Source: Illinois governor to Democrats: ‘Time to stop surrendering, when we need to fight’
cnn.com/2025/04/28/politics/jb-pritzker-illinois-governor-democrats/

Key FactsPritzker Calls for Resistance Against Trump and Democrats
Apr 29 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
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.
- 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.
"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.
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. Pritzker headlines New Hampshire fundraiser: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker will headline a major Democratic fundraiser in New Hampshire on Sunday as the ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/27/pritzker-potential-presidential-candidate/

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 ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/21/pope-francis-honored/

Key FactsWealth vs. Humility: The Faith Leaders Debate
Apr 28 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tnx.africa
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.
- 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.
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.
America’s Second-Richest Elected Official Is Acting Like He Wants to Be President
wsj.com/politics/elections/americas-second-richest-elected-official-is-acting-like-he-wants-to-be-president-8b30efa0

Pritzker: the do-nothing crowd spent their years watching Republicans illegitimately pack the Supreme Court, take away voting rights from people of color ...
x.com/Acyn/status/1916958292888506655

Pritzker’s speech in New Hampshire drives presidential campaign buzz
washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/27/pritzker-democratic-party-new-hampshire/

Pritzker’s speech in New Hampshire drives presidential campaign buzz: The Illinois governor drew wide applause as he urged Democrats to abandon efforts to ...
wapo.st/44GPWUv
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker takes steps to boycott El Salvador in protest of Kilmar Abrego Garcia's detention
nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-takes-steps-boycott-el-salvador-protest-kilma-rcna202720
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 ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/usa-auto-rast-in-schule-mindestens-vier-junge-menschen-tot-110445377.html

Several dead: Car crashes into school daycare in Illinois: Police are currently reporting four fatalities between the ages of four and 18 ...
diepresse.com/19628929/mehrere-tote-auto-rast-in-illinois-in-schulhort
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/

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 ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5264139-pritzker-orders-illinois-to-boycott-el-salvador-over-abrego-garcias-detention/

Delaware governor: The party that wins future elections is ‘whoever delivers for Americans’
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5272006-delaware-governor-party-wins-future-elections-delivers-americans/

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 ...
newrepublic.com/post/194506/canada-conservative-candidate-poilievre-trump-election

Karoline Leavitt Lets Unhinged Sycophant Into White House Briefing: He got to ask the first question too.
newrepublic.com/post/194503/karoline-leavitt-white-house-press-briefing-new-media-dc-draino

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/

Illinois' divestment from El Salvador shows how states can challenge Trump: With a majority of the federal government under Trump-friendly GOP control ...
msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/jb-pritzker-illinois-el-salvador-trump-states-rights-rcna202911

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/

Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s undecided on congressional invitation to testify on immigration
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/14/pritzker-congress-testify/

Editorial: JB Pritzker’s first-ever Fox News interview is — surprise! — constructive and civil
trib.al/U3y21t6

Arne Duncan: Illinois should let residents pursue a bachelor’s degree at community college
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/28/opinion-expand-community-college-illinois/

Momentum builds for nuclear power in Illinois as state aims to reach Gov. JB Pritzker’s energy goals
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/14/momentum-builds-for-nuclear-power-in-illinois-as-state-aims-to-reach-gov-jb-pritzkers-energy-goals/

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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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 ...
politico.com/news/2025/04/27/jb-pritzker-pillories-do-nothing-democrats-at-new-hampshire-fundraiser-00312125
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 ...
electrek.co/2025/04/06/what-ev-sales-slump-illinois-ev-sales-outpace-the-nation-by-41/

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/

In Mexico, Gov. JB Pritzker positions Illinois as a ‘stable and reliable trade partner’ amid Trump tariffs
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/02/in-mexico-gov-jb-pritzker-positions-illinois-as-a-stable-and-reliable-trade-partner-amid-trump-tariffs/

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/

How Democrats' potential presidential contenders are scoping out different paths to 2028
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/democrats-potential-presidential-contenders-are-scoping-different-path-rcna200696

Trump’s Bitter Personal Feud With Rival Billionaires Is Behind His Harvard Hate Campaign
thedailybeast.com/trumps-bitter-personal-feud-with-pritzker-family-is-behind-his-harvard-hate-campaign/

Governor Newsom, It’s Time to Get Off the Sidelines: The Nation Magazine
thenation.com/article/politics/california-newsom-sidelines-trump/

David Greising: State action on pension reform is slow. That may prove auspicious in the end.
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/11/column-illinois-pension-reform-general-assembly-greising/

Federal funding cuts, state budget woes have Chicago recovery services scrambling to survive
chicagotribune.com/2025/04/08/recovery-home-funding/

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 ...
foxbusiness.com/politics/illinois-signs-trade-agreement-state-of-mexico

Concerned for service members, governor seeks security assurances from Joint Chiefs
abcnews.go.com/US/illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-seeks-assurances-joint-chiefs/story

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