Trump is not dealing with anymore Democrat nonsense.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker recently signed a letter urging the White House to release $1.88 billion in federal funds that he claims are being unjustly withheld by the Trump administration. As a staunch critic of the former president, Pritzker’s appeal, addressed to Russel Vought, the director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), emphasized that these funds had already been approved by Congress, signed into law, and were promised to the state of Illinois.
Pritzker made it clear in the letter that the state has a duty to its taxpayers to demand that the federal government honor its commitments. “Illinois taxpayers deserve transparency and answers about when the Trump Administration will release these funds and fulfill its legal obligations,” the letter stated. The governor stressed that this money should be invested in Illinois’ economy, workforce, and communities, helping residents who depend on vital state programs.
The letter highlighted the significant impact of these frozen funds, noting that nine Illinois agencies are unable to access $692 million already earmarked for them. Furthermore, $1.19 billion in federal funds, intended for various state programs, remains unallocated. As a result, crucial initiatives have been delayed or halted entirely, affecting everything from infrastructure improvement projects to small business assistance programs.
While the letter didn’t specify the exact agencies involved, it detailed the kinds of programs that have been disrupted, including those aimed at enhancing solar energy access for low-income families, improving roads and bridges, and supporting small businesses.
This situation arose after the White House issued an order in late January for federal agencies to freeze funding in accordance with executive orders from President Trump. While some states with active litigation against the administration have been able to access these funds, Illinois has not yet received its share, putting the state’s progress at risk.