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Police called on Black Illinois congressional candidate while he was canvassing

A resident called police on State Senator Mike Simmons while he canvassed for Congress; Simmons cited concerns over racial profiling and noted a 2021 law he sponsored against such police calls.

Summary by WFLD
A state lawmaker and candidate for Congress said a constituent called police on him while he was canvassing for votes on Chicago’s North Side.

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WFLD broke the news in Chicago, United States on Monday, February 23, 2026.
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