CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker said his office has had an increase of threats since the Charlie Kirk assassination.
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“The volume of threats received in recent days has significantly increased compared to earlier,” Pritzker stated.
The governor spoke on Monday following a roundtable at City Colleges of Chicago to discuss how federal deployments are impacting students.
“Our communities are experiencing true anxiety as Trump amplifies his federal deployment efforts. The State of Illinois is steadfast in its support for organizations and institutions educating residents about their rights and offering assistance,” he added.
Pritzker also called on transparency in the deadly involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Franklin Park.
Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez was fatally shot after allegedly resisting arrest and attempting to drive his car into the arrest team, per an ICE representative.
Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez was shot and killed after allegedly dragging an ICE officer in Franklin Park.
During the press conference, the governor also called on President Donald Trump to not condone the violence and bring people together.
“The President’s actions last Friday, targeting certain groups, are utterly inappropriate. I would hope his focus would be on bringing peace, calm, and offering prayers, rather than on blame and criticism,” remarked Pritzker.
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