Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is taking a stand by blocking those who participated in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working in state jobs. This comes after President Donald Trump pardoned and commuted the sentences of individuals involved in the attack as one of his final acts in office. Pritzker declared that those who took part in the attack engaged in “infamous and disgraceful conduct” that goes against the values of honesty, integrity, and loyalty that state workers should uphold. This move by Pritzker is seen as a direct pushback against Trump’s executive orders granting clemency to individuals involved in the attack. Pritzker’s directive is expected to face legal challenges, but it is believed to have a solid legal basis under the state’s personnel code.
Trump’s actions in pardoning individuals involved in the Capitol attack had implications for over 50 Illinois residents, some of whom were still facing prosecution. Pritzker has also pushed back against other controversial actions by Trump, such as a recent memo calling for a freeze in federal aid, which was later blocked by a judge in Washington, D.C. Pritzker has made it clear that he will stand against any unlawful actions that could harm the residents of Illinois. Overall, Pritzker’s decision to block Capitol rioters from working in state jobs demonstrates his commitment to upholding the values of honesty and integrity in the Illinois state government.
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