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House Republicans walked out of a session on Wednesday in protest against what they described as the Democratic Party's diversion from legislative duties to attack former President Trump. The Democrats, who hold a supermajority in the Illinois House of Representatives, shifted focus to resolutions condemning Trump instead of addressing issues such as community safety and tax reduction.

According to House Republicans, this action by the Democrats was a waste of taxpayer resources and an example of political grandstanding. "Instead of voting on actual legislation that would improve community safety, reduce the tax burden on hard-working families, or end corruption in Illinois, the Democratic supermajority chose to waste taxpayer time and resources condemning President Trump," they stated.

The Republican caucus emphasized their commitment to working for Illinois families by focusing on lowering taxes, enhancing public safety, implementing anti-corruption reforms, and reducing energy costs.

In related news from the Capitol, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie announced a lawsuit aimed at addressing partisan gerrymandering. Joined by State Representatives Ryan Spain and Dan Ugaste at a press conference, McCombie explained her legal action seeking to have the current district map declared unconstitutional by the Illinois Supreme Court. The lawsuit calls for a special master to create a redistricting plan that aligns with constitutional requirements.