Proposed bill seeks to block Texas National Guard from Illinois without consent

Proposed bill seeks to block Texas National Guard from Illinois without consent

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTVO) — An Illinois congressman has introduced legislation that would prevent National Guard troops from patrolling Illinois streets without the consent of the governor. Congressman Eric Sorenson (D-Illinois 17th) is backing House Resolution 590, in response to reports that the Texas National Guard is preparing to deploy to Chicago to support operations by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Gov. JB Pritzker previou…

Congressmen Sorensen Joins Legislation to Prevent National Guard Troops from Patrolling the Streets of Illinois Without Consent of the Governor

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is joining legislation that would prevent National Guard troops from other states being sent into Illinois without the consent of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. Read the full story: Congressmen Sorensen Joins Legislation to Prevent National Guard Troops from Patrolling the Streets of Illinois Without Consent of the Governor