As state representatives return to Springfield, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin announces he won’t seek reelection. Reaction to the announcement, budget updates, and other key issues are in focus this week. Hosted by Jak Tichenor.

GUESTS:
Peter Hancock, Statehouse Reporter, Capitol News Illinois
Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), House Speaker Pro Tempore
Rep. Amy Elik (R-Godfrey), Assistant House Republican Leader
Rep. Laura Faver Dias (D-Grayslake)
Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), Assistant House Republican Leader

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