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YOU WORKED. YOU SAVED. NOW ILLINOIS DEMOCRATS ARE EYEING YOUR RETIREMENT.

Staff Writer

Published on: 23/10/2026

Illinois Democrats are privately discussing retirement and exit taxes. For families already squeezed, could the next tax bill target their savings or their decision to leave? Voters deserve answers before Election Day.

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Illinois’ Secret Plan to Gut Your Retirement: Pensions, 401(k)s, and Social Security Now in the Crosshairs

Staff Writer

Published on: 05/12/2025

Illinois lawmakers revive a plan to dismantle the flat tax, opening the door to new taxes on pensions, 401(k)s, and retirement income. Critics warn it’s a desperate cash grab targeting seniors on fixed incomes.

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THE BILLIONAIRE GOVERNOR’S PLAN TO DRAIN YOUR LIFE SAVINGS

Staff Writer

Published on: 22/11/2025

Illinois’ billionaire governor is backing a tax plan that could turn retirees’ life savings into the state’s next revenue source. “The Billionaire Blueprint” exposes how political power and hidden agendas are targeting your golden years.

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