Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie issued the following statement, after Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul declined to defend the most partisan, gerrymandered maps in the nation:
“The Illinois Supreme Court has a crucial opportunity to declare these maps unconstitutional and end political gerrymandering in our state. House Republicans recognize the gravity of this moment and are committed to supporting a fair and transparent process for Illinois. Meanwhile, Speaker Welch continues to recklessly defend extreme partisan tactics that undermine our democracy.”