By Rock Island Today Reports |
May 3, 2024
Illinois Representative Dan Swanson shared updates on various topics in his recent Capitol News Update on May 3, 2024.Swanson highlighted the partisan nature of Illinois politics, stating, "Illinois is one of the most partisan gerrymandered states in the country." He expressed concern over recent legislation that he viewed as a "heavy-handed partisan power grab," leading him and other Republicans to protest by voting Present.Shifting to economic news, Swanson mentioned that the state's unemployment rate now stands at 5%, with slight increases compared to the previous...