Illinois Open Letters

From a verified voter in New Berlin, IL

Rein in destructive tariffs to safeguard economy, markets

The sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump have sent shockwaves through financial markets, leading to a severe sell-off that has wiped out nearly $2 trillion in market value from the S&P 500 index alone. This reckless protectionist move threatens to ignite a destructive trade war, stoke rampant

From a constituent in Highland Park, IL

We need to know what is being done to stop Trump’s tax massive tax increases (tariffs) Trump paraded out a random list of new import taxes on most countries and regions including vacant islands and military bases. The tariffs are going to cause serious harm to regular Americans, rapidly moving the

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Since it looks like there may be a growing group of GOP congress people willing to roll back tarrifs, it looks like there might be a group willing to also impeach the president. Let's try it. Thanks!

From a constituent in Vernon Hills, IL

Exercise Congress’ Constitutional Authority Over Tariffs

We don’t have to let Trump wreck our economy with tariffs—that’s a choice. The Constitution gives trade authority to Congress, not the President. Congress delegated tariff powers to the President and you now need to take them back. The president's recent announcement of sweeping "reciprocal" tari

From a verified voter in Gurnee, IL

Election security

I am writing as a concerned resident of Gurnee, Illinois, to bring to your attention the work of the Election Truth Alliance (ETA), a non-partisan organization dedicated to ensuring the integrity of our electoral process. Their comprehensive analysis of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election has raised

From a verified voter in New Berlin, IL

It’s time for Democrats to realize the old way of doing things is over

It is critical for the Democratic Party to take a principled stand against the damaging policies being pushed by the Trump administration. Senator Booker's marathon speech demonstrated an admirable commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of all Americans. Rather than accepting these destr

From a constituent in Glenview, IL

DEMAND that HHS employees are rehired. Save programs like Meals on Wheels and LIHEAP.

From a verified voter in New Berlin, IL

Counteract destructive tariffs to protect U.S. economic interests

The Trump administration's imposition of broad and substantial tariffs on imports raises serious economic concerns. These sweeping tariffs risk igniting a destructive trade war that could severely undermine economic growth and stability. The stock market plunge reflects fears that escalating tariffs

From a constituent in Batavia, IL

Stop these executive orders!

What is wrong with this administration? The complete incompetence and the callous desire to hurt every day Americans??? It’s a way to make America terrible again, circa 2016 to 2020, but this time is way worse. These new tariffs are only going to hurt the economy and every day consumers. Gutting i

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Cancel and oppose the tarrifs. I am once again writing because something stupider than before has happened thanks to the executive office of the president. Please oppose these actions as they will have an unprecedented and destructive outcome on our economy. Do not walk, run. Cory Booker spoke for 2

From a constituent in Blue Island, IL

Support the Resolution to Block Arms Sales to Israel.

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Save our libraries!

On March 14, President Trump issued an executive order to eliminate I-M-L-S. If this order is allowed to stand, it will hurt millions of Americans who rely on our libraries.    Library funding uses a tiny percentage of the annual federal budget, and yet I-M-L-S makes a real difference for Americans

From a verified voter in Chicago, IL

Disappointed you gave consent after Booker's speech

Earlier today I wrote you to thank you for supporting Senator Booker, and I am still glad to see you do so. However, tonight, not five minutes after he finished speaking, Republicans asked for unanimous consent for another unqualified nominee. Once again, Democrats allowed this to pass with unanimou

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Restore legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children

The White House's decision to halt funding for legal aid programs assisting unaccompanied migrant children is deeply concerning. These vulnerable minors, many fleeing violence and persecution, will now be forced to navigate the complex immigration system alone without proper representation. Facing e

From a constituent in Elgin, IL

DO NOT VOTE TO CONFIRM WHITAKER

From a constituent in Peoria, IL

Stop the SAVE Act from going through on Thursday! Once again the Republicans are going after the American people under the guise of helping the most vulnerable. Whatever it takes, the Democrats need to put up road blocks at every opportunity. This is NOT a good thing to vote in favor of. Thank y

From a verified voter in Lombard, IL

Keep up the fight

Thank you for supporting Sen Booker in his filibuster. It's truly been inspiring to watch and we need more of this in the senate. Please keep it up - we the people are counting on you to stand up and fight for us.

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Thank you for your efforts today

Thank you for showing up on the floor today to support Cory Booker on this historic day. He just said “I’m not here because of him, I’m here in spite of him.” You taking the time to come prepared with data to show the impact the USAID cuts have had on farmers in red states shows there is nothing J

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

BOOKER IS DOING RIGHT

Senator Booker is setting the bar for what democrats need to do to get an ounce of trust from the public

From a verified voter in Chicago, IL

Thank you for taking the floor with Senator Booker

I wanted to write to you and thank you for supporting Senator Booker's floor speech this morning. While I didn't get to catch it live, I was glad to see that you and Senator Duckworth both spoke up for your constituents. While I am frustrated it took this long for Democrats to do something like this

From a constituent in Decatur, IL

Support IMLS

congress I’m a constituent from Decatur, Illinois and I’m calling to urge you to support libraries and protect the Institute of Museum and Library Services from being dismantled.    On March 14, President Trump issued an executive order to eliminate IMLS. If this order is allowed to stand, it will h

From a constituent in Bradley, IL

Thank you for supporting Corey Booker

Thank you for supporting Corey Booker in his historical protest. Please continue to fight for the people of Illinois and America.

From a constituent in Mount Prospect, IL

Stop Deportations without Due Process

I’m a constituent. As we know, there’s no shortage of despicable acts of this Administration to push back on. From Signalgate to shutting down USAID to threatening to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, there is so much to protest. Today, my heart is telling me to write about the cruel r

From a verified voter in New Berlin, IL

Uphold due process, return lawful resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia

The deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a legal resident with protected status, to an El Salvadoran prison due to an "administrative error" is a gross violation of due process and the rule of law. As admitted by the government's own court filings, Abrego Garcia had no criminal record and was grante

From a constituent in Crystal Lake, IL

Preserve judicial independence and checks on executive overreach

Nationwide injunctions must be an option to impede the current administration's policies. Such injunctions serve an important role in our system of checks and balances by allowing the judiciary to review the legality and constitutionality of executive actions. While the rise of nationwide injunction