THE ILLINOIZE: Sources: Niemerg to be removed from ballot...Does it matter Trump didn't sign loyalty oath?...More Bost/Bailey bickering over guns

January 9, 2024

Good morning, Illinois

There wasn’t a lot new to write about it, but the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a petition from Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) to hear his challenge of the Illinois assault weapon ban. The federal case is still ongoing and far more likely to wind up in front of SCOTUS.

The General Assembly returns a week from today, but we’re not expecting a lot of major action before the March 19 primary.

There’s nothing on Governor Pritzker’s public schedule today. He hasn’t had a public event since December 14.

Let me know what’s on your mind. Drop me a note at patrick@theillinoize.com.

Let’s get to it.

SOURCES: REP. ADAM NIEMERG TO BE REMOVED FROM PRIMARY BALLOT

Multiple sources tell The Illinoize a State Board of Elections hearing officer is recommending Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) be removed from the March primary ballot.