THE BALLOTS AFTER MIDNIGHT
Ballots don’t stop when polls close. For decades, Illinois elections ended with questions but no courtroom. A Supreme Court ruling changes that — allowing challenges before outcomes are sealed and trust is tested.

Ballots don’t stop when polls close. For decades, Illinois elections ended with questions but no courtroom. A Supreme Court ruling changes that — allowing challenges before outcomes are sealed and trust is tested.

As the 2026 elections loom, Illinois Republicans are imploding. Thomas DeVore ignites a storm, accusing GOP leader Tony McCombie of surrendering to defeat. Scandals, infighting, and fading trust push the party to the brink of collapse.

Illinois Republicans are demanding articles of impeachment against Gov. JB Pritzker, citing incendiary rhetoric, threats of intimidation, and partisan attacks. Backed by the Freedom Caucus, they say it’s time to fight—even if removal is unlikely.

Illinois Republicans face steep challenges ahead of 2026 as economic strain, rising crime, and internal party conflicts hinder their ability to counter growing Democratic dominance in the state.
