IL HR1524

The Illinois House of Representatives condemns the appointment of Stephen Bannon as Chief Strategist to President-elect Trump, characterizing him as a white supremacist who promoted hateful content at Breitbart News.

Calls on President-elect Trump to rescind Bannon's appointment and focus on uniting the country and serving all Americans.

Documents allegations that Bannon's tenure at Breitbart included headlines promoting discrimination against women, LGBTQ individuals, Jewish people, and Muslims, reflecting "alt-right" white-nationalist ideology.

Cites post-election increases in hate crimes against marginalized communities and a 200% surge in Illinois suicide hotline calls, which experts attribute partly to fears among vulnerable populations.

Urges Governor Rauner to stand with marginalized communities in Illinois and call for rejection of hate speech and Bannon's dismissal.