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Who is Christian Mitchell? What to know about Pritzker's lieutenant governor pick
Former deputy governor Christian Mitchell was named Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's new running mate Tuesday, but who is he and why could his selection hold extra weight?
Illinois quick hits: Pritzker selects Mitchell for running mate; police drone guidance issued
Mitchell is currently a first lieutenant in the Illinois Air National Guard and vice president for civic engagement at the ...
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Christian Mitchell, former deputy governor, tapped as Pritzker’s running mate
Former Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell has been chosen by Governor JB Pritzker to be his new running mate for the 2026 ...
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Pritzker selects former deputy governor Christian Mitchell as running mate
Pritzker’s campaign announced Christian Mitchell will join the ticket as a candidate for lieutenant governor, replacing Lt.
Illinois Governor signs laws to help college access/affordability
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed 4 bills into law to make it easier for Illinois high schoolers to access higher ...
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Governor JB Pritzker Concludes Statewide Re-Election Tour with Events in Metro East and Southern Illinois
BELLEVILLE Governor JB Pritzker continued his statewide re-election tour, celebrating our progress and making clear his commitment to keep Illinois moving ...
Despite moves by Indiana lawmakers, Illinois’ borders are unlikely to change. Here’s why
Regional animosities have existed in Illinois since before it was admitted to the Union in 1818 as the 21st state, and only ...
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GOP candidate for governor says income taxes are lower in Illinois than Wisconsin. Is that true?
GOP candidate for governor says income taxes are lower in Illinois than Wisconsin. Is that true? Illinois has a flat tax of 4.95%, which applies to all filers. Wisconsin has progressive tax, which ...