NW Illinois News

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has expressed strong criticism following the adoption of a new set of House Rules. McCombie accused the Speaker of the House of perpetuating division by maintaining rules established by former Speaker Mike Madigan, who is currently on trial in federal court.

"In less than 24 hours, the Speaker of the House reignited division in our chamber, choosing to operate our chamber under the very same rules that his mentor and predecessor, Mike Madigan—who is currently sitting trial in federal court—created," McCombie stated. "This is not a new day. As the Speaker’s manufactured chaos continues, House Republicans remain steadfast in rooting out corruption, pushing for transparency, and calling for accountability."

McCombie's remarks come shortly after his comments during an inauguration event where he called for a government that prioritizes people over political agendas. He emphasized the need to stop playing politics with Illinois families and businesses.

"Yesterday during inauguration I said: House Republicans can imagine a government that truly works for the people…where we know a political agenda does not," he reiterated. "It is time to stop playing politics with Illinois families and businesses. We will expose harmful policies, state mismanagement, and oppose lunacy in all its forms."

The adoption of these rules marks an ongoing debate within Illinois politics regarding governance and accountability.