Illinois farmers in Shirley heard from both incumbent Governor JB Pritzker and Republican challenger Darren Bailey in a closely watched forum. Each pledged to elevate agricultural issues, offering distinct visions on how to support and bolster the state’s farming sector.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has denounced the Trump administration’s deployment of armed Border Patrol and immigration officers in Chicago and other parts of the state. Calling it an “attack on Americans,” he expressed deep concern over the presence of masked agents at a news conference Monday.