Cook County Democratic Party

Oversight of immigration detention, especially medical care, urgently needs reform.

When human beings are in the government’s custody, we are responsible for them.

The officer who shot Alex worked for DHS for 8 years. The officer who shot Renee worked for DHS for over 10 years. Both are considered “highly trained.”

The problem isn’t "training." DHS was built to violate our rights and has been empowered to act with impunity. We must MELT ICE and dismantle DHS.

The deadline to register to vote online in Illinois is March 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM 🗓️

Register at these sites:
🗳️ Statewide: f.mtr.cool/apgwbhdqhb
🗳️ Suburban Cook: f.mtr.cool/nlvnacamti
🗳️ Chicago: f.mtr.cool/unljgtjkso

Department of Justice sues Pritzker, Raoul over law barring federal immigration actions at courthouses The law bars immigration enforcement from taking place inside or within 1,000 feet of state courthouses. The federal government claims states can't dictate where federal agents make arrests.

“The Trump Administration’s masked agents aren’t targeting the ‘worst of the worst’ - they’re harassing & detaining law-abiding U.S. citizens and Black and Brown people at day cares, hospitals & courthouses. Unlike the Trump Administration, Illinois is protecting Constitutional rights in our state.”

As Hanukkah comes to a close, we hope this season brought light, comfort, and time well spent with family and loved ones.

May the lessons of the Festival of Lights carry forward with hope and community in the days ahead. Wishing everyone who celebrated a healthy and meaningful holiday.

You’re invited out on December 17 as community members gather at Erie Café for a holiday event with Senators Rob Martwick, Omar Aquino, Graciela Guzmán, and Ram Villivalam. The event runs from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at 536 West Erie Street.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Cook County Democratic Party! 🦃 🍁

Your Thanksgiving costs more under Republicans. Turkey is up 36%. Veggie trays are up 61%. Cranberry sauce is up 22%. Sweet potatoes are up 37%. Onions are up 56%.

Trump’s failing economy means higher prices for families, and they are feeling it this holiday season.

From turkeys to sweet potatoes, Thanksgiving dinner just got more expensive.

Looks like another failed promise.

To our nation’s Veterans and their families: Thank you. 

Thank you for answering the call to serve and for the sacrifices you have made in the name of freedom and safety for all Americans.

From one veteran to all who have served, thank you.

Thank you to my fellow veterans and all those who participated in today’s Veterans Day Commemoration at Soldier Field.

Today, we honor the men and women who have served our nation with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their commitment to protecting our freedoms reminds us of the strength and unity that define this country.

To all who have worn the uniform — thank you for your service.

Democrats winning across the country 🔥

So. Much. Winning.

We also extend our deepest appreciation to this year’s honorees Greg Kelley, William McNary, and the late Rebecca Sive for their lasting contributions to progress.

Together, we are building a stronger and more united Democratic Party.

Thank you to everyone who joined the Cook County Democratic Party 2025 Reception.

Special thanks to Governor Andy Beshear for his inspiring remarks, and to the next Lieutenant Governor of Illinois, Christian Mitchell, for joining us and sharing his vision for our state.

Thank you, Governor Andy Beshear, for joining us in Chicago and for your continued leadership on behalf of the people of Kentucky.

We’ll see you in Chicago, Andy!

Republicans control the House.
Republicans control the Senate.
Republicans control the White House.

This is their shutdown.

TEXT: ILLINOIS JUST RECEIVED A NEW CREDIT RATING UPGRADE FOR THE 10TH TIME SINCE GOVERNOR PRITZKER TOOK OFFICE.

Illinois just earned its 10th credit rating upgrade since I took office.

Balanced budgets, paid-down debt, and a record rainy-day fund — that’s responsible leadership.

Illinois has now achieved its 10th credit rating upgrade since I took office.

It reflects our continued growth in financial standing and speaks volumes to our state's commitment to fiscal discipline.

With each upgrade, it means saving Illinoisans millions of dollars.

Happy National Coming Out Day! 🏳️‍🌈 Celebrating the courage it takes to live authentically and honor every person’s journey. Your truth matters. Your voice matters. You matter.

During times like these, we’re grateful to have a governor who leads with compassion and common sense.

Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to Chicago is an abuse of power that undermines our democracy.

I joined @durbin.senate.gov, @duckworth.senate.gov, and Democratic members of the IL delegation to demand Trump immediately rescind his order to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago.

If the National Governors Association chooses to remain silent, Illinois will have no choice but to withdraw from the organization.

We should be standing as one against the idea that Donald Trump can call up the National Guard against our will.

Governor Pritzker’s op-ed for The Contrarian.

Unlike Donald Trump, most Americans believe in the ideals on which our nation was founded.

Now is the time to stand up for those noble ideals.

Be loud — for America.

Prices are skyrocketing in Trump’s economy Average worker pay is only up 2% Coffee ↑26% Ground beef ↑14% Oranges ↑10% Bananas ↑7% Chicken breast ↑6% Chocolate chip cookies ↑5% Potato chips ↑4% Milk ↑4%

The Trump effect