Illinois Governor BANS J6 Protesters From Getting JOBS

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has taken a stand against hiring individuals pardoned for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol insurrection, citing the need to uphold ethical governance and protect public safety.

Amazingly, it might actually be legal…

At a Glance

  • Governor Pritzker directs state agencies not to hire pardoned January 6 participants
  • Directive challenges Trump’s recent pardons for Capitol rioters
  • Pritzker cites “infamous and disgraceful conduct” as reason for ban
  • Move affects potentially over 50 Illinois residents
  • Legal challenges to the directive are anticipated

Pritzker’s Bold Move Against Pardoned Rioters

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has instructed state agencies to refrain from hiring individuals pardoned for their participation in the January 6 Capitol protests. This directive, aimed at preserving the integrity of state employment, comes in direct opposition to former President Donald Trump’s recent pardons for those involved in the riots.

Democrats don’t want January 6 protesters from being able to…simply live their lives.

Pritzker’s order, issued to the state’s Department of Central Management Services, emphasizes that participants in the Capitol attack engaged in “infamous and disgraceful conduct.”

The Governor argues that such behavior is incompatible with the values and mission of Illinois state government.

“These rioters attacked law enforcement officers protecting people in the Capitol, disrupted the peaceful transfer of power, and undermined bedrock principles of American democracy. Our State workforce must reflect the values of Illinois and demonstrate honesty, integrity, and loyalty to serving the taxpayers. No one who attempts to overthrow a government should serve in government,” Pritzker said.

The Governor’s action is a direct challenge to Trump’s Executive Orders, which have been controversial and faced judicial scrutiny. Trump’s pardons covered approximately 1,500 individuals connected to the Capitol events, including members of groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers who were convicted of seditious conspiracy.

“If they were non-violent, I think they’ve been greatly punished. They’ve suffered greatly, and in many cases, they should not have suffered,” Trump said.

Pritzker’s directive potentially impacts over 50 Illinois residents, including those still facing prosecution. The Governor’s office believes the ban has a strong legal basis through the state’s personnel code, although legal challenges are anticipated.

Pritzker emphasized that the U.S. Constitution does not grant the President unilateral authority, and Illinois will resist actions it deems unlawful. The Governor’s stance reflects a broader commitment to upholding democratic principles and ensuring that those who participated in the insurrection are held accountable.

“The US Constitution does not grant the President this unilateral authority. In Illinois, we will stand against unlawful actions that would harm millions of working families, children, and seniors,” Pritzker stated.

Let’s see how those legal challenges work out, because this just doesn’t seem right (or fair) at all.