After Trump pardons, Gov. JB Pritzker bars Jan. 6 rioters from state jobs, calling the conduct 'disgraceful'
No one who attempts to overthrow a government should serve in government," the Democratic governor wrote in a directive to block participants in the Capitol insurrection from state jobs.
Gov. JB Pritzker bans convicted Jan. 6 participants from consideration for state jobs, in memo
In a letter addressed to director Raven DeVaughn, Pritzker says those who participated in attacks violated the State's Personnel Code.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker wants those involved in Jan. 6 Capitol riot blocked from state employment
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker wants to block those who participated in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working in Illinois government, despite the clemency granted to over 1,500 participants in the insurrection by President Donald Trump.
Pritzker says Illinois won’t hire Jan. 6 rioters
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has blocked anyone who took part in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working in state government, a move that looks to undermine President Donald Trump doling out hundreds of pardons at the start of his term.
Illinois Governor Bans State From Hiring J6 Rioters
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, a Democrat, has banned the state from hiring individuals convicted of crimes during the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol building. A spokesperson for Pritzker declined to comment when reached out to by Newsweek.
Pritzker bans Jan. 6 participants from state jobs: 'No place in government'
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is sending a message to anyone who participated in the Jan. 6th, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol - don't bother applying for a job with the state government.
"Infamous and disgraceful": Pritzker says pardoned Jan. 6 rioters can't get state jobs in Illinois
Pritzker said in an order that "no one who attempts to overthrow a government should serve" in state government
JB Pritzker bans Jan. 6 participants from serving in Illinois government
J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) is barring anyone who participated in the deadly Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working state jobs in Illinois. While President Donald Trump has wiped those who participated in the riot’s criminal convictions clean in sweeping pardons he signed on his first day in office,
Pritzker says he’ll ‘stand in the way’ of deportation efforts that cross the line
The Democratic governor who founded a Holocaust museum also criticized Trump adviser Elon Musk for his recent actions.
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Democratic Governor Punishes January 6 Rioters When No One Else Will
Governor J.B. Pritzker is blocking any January 6 rioters pardoned by Donald Trump from working for the state of Illinois.
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Lawmaker accuses senators, governor of taking credit for Stellantis' Belvidere jobs
A state lawmaker is accusing U.S. senators and the governor of taking credit for Stellantis bringing jobs back to Belvidere, ...
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Pritzker ‘unafraid’ as immigration actions, deportation flights begin
At an unrelated event Friday, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said they’re working across state agencies to promote the “know-your-rights” campaign. “Making sure people know what they ...
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Pritzker, Polis to lead state-level group aimed at safeguarding democracy
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) announced on Wednesday a nonpartisan state-level initiative to foster collaboration with fellow governors to protect against ...
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The Trump effect adds to Pritzker's budget woes
The immediate threat by the Trump administration of cutting off federal funding seems to have passed, but the incident is affecting Gov. JB Pritzker's thinking on what promises to be a tight state ...
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Pritzker promises to uphold state's immigration laws amid possible ICE raids
As President Donald Trump takes office this week, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is pledging to uphold state laws relating to immigration amid White House pressures. Trump came into office ...
Jim Dey: Pritzker takes Hoosier prank on chin
Governor-baiting An Indiana political practical joker pulled Gov. J.B. Pritzker's chain last week and succeeded wildly. News ...
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Pritzker on DC plane crash: Trump 'unfit to lead during moments of crisis'
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker expressed condolences for the victims and praised first responders, but also criticized the Trump administration’s handling of the tragedy.