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Board of elections official finds thin evidence for coordination claims, unclear state law.

A hearing officer is recommending the Illinois State Board of Elections dismiss a complaint that alleged conservative radio host and political operative Dan Proft illegally coordinated with former Republican state

CHICAGO — A hearing officer is recommending the Illinois State Board of Elections dismiss a complaint that alleged conservative radio host and political operative Dan Proft illegally coordinated with former Republican state Sen. Darren Bailey during his 2022 campaign for governor. Proft, a one-time gubernatorial candidate himself, is behind an independent expenditure committee dubbed the […]

Board of elections official finds thin evidence for coordination claims, unclear state law.

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, officials, advocates and experts have expressed concern over misinformation and disinformation about candidates and elections in Chicago, Cook County and Illinois.

Election officials are weighing a complaint that alleges conservative radio show host Dan Proft’s independent expenditure committee coordinated with gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, violating state and federal law.

The day after Darren Bailey won the 2022 Republican governor primary, he and his campaign manager made an urgent, unscheduled helicopter trip from downstate to meet political operative and right-wing radio show host Dan Proft for a closed-door meeting to talk about “serious” campaign funding. At a Chicago-area country club, Proft met both men at the front door and led them to a secluded room ...

Election officials are weighing a complaint that alleges conservative radio show host Dan Proft’s independent expenditure committee coordinated with gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, violating state and federal law.

Complaint brought by Democratic official likely to be decided this summer By ANDREW ADAMS & HANNAH MEISEL ...

The Republican politician and farmer from Xenia could be on the hook for millions in fines if allegations are proven.