PM Springfield Interviews

Longtime Washington journalist Chris Cillizza joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss why he thinks Governor Pritzker is a top Democratic contender for the White House and how bad the tariffs have been politically for President Trump.

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Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lou Sandoval joined Patrick to discuss President Trump's tariff policies and Illinois' ongoing business climate struggles. 

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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick to discuss controversies around Senate President Don Harmon and Governor JB Pritzker's recent budget comments.

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Rep. Terra Costa-Howard (D-Glen Ellyn) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss her controversial bill adding regulations on homeschooling and why she's making changes to the bill in response to criticism from homeschool supporters.

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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) was ln Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to discuss welcoming NASCAR champion Justin Allgaier to the Capitol, one of his colleagues on trial for bribery, and the need for campaign finance reform in Illinois.

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Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher joined Patrick in studio to discuss the future of the Wyndham Hotel, downtown struggles, and a tourism economy. 

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WAND-TV Statehouse reporter Mike Miletich joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the marathon of votes scheduled this week and the controversy over homeschooling legislation. 

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Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is among a group of House Republicans raising alarms about the Department of Human Services and Department of Children of Family Services. He joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the issues. 

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Lee Enterprises statehouse reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a week where 500 bills could be called in the House and what Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton is planning for 2026. 

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Former Congressman John Shimkus joins Patrick to discuss tariffs, our standing in the world, and the future of the GOP in Illinois.

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