Celebrate Illinois’ Fight Against Trump’s Overreach

In a powerful defense of democracy and state sovereignty, Illinois and the City of Chicago have filed a lawsuit to stop Donald Trump’s unconstitutional deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago. This action — taken without state consent — represents yet another attempt by the Trump administration to use military force for political gain.

Governor JB Pritzker and local leaders are standing firm, refusing to let Trump turn Illinois into a political battleground. Their lawsuit makes clear: there is no rebellion, no emergency — only a president seeking to intimidate and punish communities that refuse to fall in line.

By taking this fight to court, Illinois is joining a growing coalition of states pushing back against federal overreach and protecting the principle that our military should never be weaponized against the American people. Their stand is a reminder that courage and the Constitution still matter — and that states can and must resist unlawful power grabs.

Add your name to applaud Illinois and Chicago for defending democracy, protecting their residents, and standing up to Trump’s dangerous abuse of authority.