Investigation Finds Illinois Politicians Packed Extra Pork Into $45 Billion Plan – Illinois Policy

An investigation into Illinois’ largest-ever capital projects bill found nearly $4 billion in discretionary funds set aside for politicians’ pork projects, including $2 billion for Gov. J.B. Pritzker to spend as he saw fit – including on needs he saw driving around during his campaign. There was also $144 million for constituents with close ties to former House Speaker Michael Madigan, according to the Better Government Association analysis.