* Hannah Meisel has a really good tracker of Illinois Democrats who have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. Here’s her list as of 7:45 pm…
US Reps. Jonathan Jackson, Robin Kelly, Delia Ramirez, Chuy García,
Sean Casten, Danny Davis, Jan Schakowsky, Brad Schneider, Bill Foster, Mike Quigley and Nikki Budzinski, plus Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson
Hannah links to every statement, so again click here.
* Gov. JB Pritzker has not yet taken a position. However, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and NC Gov. Roy Cooper have already endorsed Harris. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore will apparently endorse her Monday.
* US Rep. Eric Sorensen, who called on Biden to step aside, has not yet endorsed anyone.
* Neither US Senator from Illinois has yet endorsed Harris.
* State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) reached out to tell me he is backing Harris.
…Adding… Reuters…
All 50 Democratic party state chairs have thrown their weight behind Vice President Kamala Harris to be the party’s new presidential nominee, according to sources familiar with the matter. [See update below.]
…Adding… Illinois AG Kwame Raoul has endorsed VP Harris…
…Adding… That Reuters story above is incorrect. Democratic Party of Illinois Chair Lisa Hernandez just told me that she abstained.
I asked why. Still waiting on a response. But the governor hasn’t endorsed Harris either and he backed Hernandez for chair.
…Adding… Crain’s…
Soon after, the Democratic Party of Illinois emailed delegates with a statement issued by State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, a Pritzker ally who chairs the state party and secured the position with his backing, to “use as messaging guidance.”
“Our recommendation is that you hold tight and outside of thanking Biden for his service, you hold back from reacting publicly at this time,” the email said. “If needed, please refer to our statement.”
…Adding… Widespread rumors that Gov. Pritzker will make a statement tomorrow. “Tomorrow morning will be less than 24 hours, and it is perfectly acceptable for everyone to take a beat,” says a top Pritzker insider.
…Adding… Tribune…
State Rep. La Shawn Ford, a convention delegate from Chicago’s West Side, said he believed Harris was in the best position to give Trump “the greatest challenge in such a short time.” He also said he wanted to see Pritzker as her running mate. […]
State Rep. Theresa Mah, another convention delegate from Chicago, pointed to a statement from the Asian American Caucus, a group of elected officials from different levels of government in the state that she belongs to, and its endorsement of Harris, saying it’s “time to rally together” to “elect our first Black, Asian and woman President!”
Another delegate, former Democratic state Sen. Jacqueline Collins, of Chicago’s South Side, also said she supports Harris to be president since she’s spent the last three and a half years in the executive branch and has the “intellect and the stamina” to bring in younger voters and is “the best advocate and spokesperson” on abortion rights.
“Speaking as not only a delegate but as a Black woman, I feel that she’s deserved the opportunity to take on the Trumpsters,” Collins said. “But I believe that as many know by now that Black women, really, they are the foundation of the Democratic party, and I think it’s going to energize a whole segment of individuals, Democrats who might have felt that they were going to sit it out.”
The Asian American Caucus’ members list is here.
…Adding… No mention of Harris in State Rep. Anna Moeller’s statement…
President Biden has once again proven what true leadership is. His decision to step down from the presidential race exemplifies his profound commitment to the well-being of the nation. This cannot have been an easy decision for anyone. But he did what he knew was best for the people of this great country. This pivotal moment is a testament to President Biden’s dedication to democratic principles and the greater good, and it fills me with hope and optimism for the future.
His selfless act paves the way for fresh leadership and new ideas, ensuring that the party remains dynamic and responsive to the evolving needs of the American people. This is an exciting time for our country as we pick a leader that can inspire; a leader who can unite; a leader who believes in the rule of law; and a leader that upholds a more inclusive, equitable, and forward-thinking America. I am truly energized as we go into the next few weeks. Our nominee will be the option our country needs as we choose between civility and, of course, the unthinkable. Our future is bright.
…Adding… Sun-Times…
It’s noteworthy that Pritzker, Democratic leaders overseeing the Illinois General Assembly and the state Democratic Party did not jump on the Harris bandwagon in their statements. […]
Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, and Illinois Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, were in lockstep with the Harris omission, instead focusing on Biden’s leadership and selflessness.
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* Update…
…Adding… Pritzker…
Chicago, IL –– Following President Biden’s announcement, Governor JB Pritzker has released the following statement:
“President Joe Biden has dedicated his life in service to this nation, and its citizens are all the better for it. His is a storied political career culminating in one of the most accomplished and effective presidencies of our lifetime. As President of the United States he led us through a recovery from a devastating pandemic and shepherded our economy away from a recession to prosperity. He worked across the aisle to pass some of the most consequential legislation in decades to rebuild our roads and bridges while investing in the infrastructure and jobs of the 21st century. Perhaps most consequentially, President Biden restored dignity to the Oval Office, bringing the statesmanship and honor that have been the hallmarks of his years of service, back to the White House.
“As we extend our gratitude to President Biden and reflect on his many accomplishments, we must not ignore the threat posed by Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House. Donald Trump is a 34 time convicted felon, adjudicated to have committed sexual assault, a racist, homophobe and misogynist. Trump brags about taking away a woman’s right to choose, wants to rip healthcare away from tens of millions of people, proposes economic policies that will cost the middle class thousands of dollars a year, and threatens the fundamental American ideals we hold dear. I will work every day to ensure that he does not win in November.”
* Senate President Harmon…
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon of Oak Park released the following statement in reaction to the news today that President Biden ended his campaign for President of the United States:
“I commend President Joseph R. Biden for his tremendous courage today and service to our nation. I’m reminded of another great president, John F. Kennedy, who said, “In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger.” Like President Kennedy, Joe Biden did not shrink from this responsibility as he made a difficult decision today to pass the torch to the next generation.
“His presidency will go down in American history as one of our most consequential. His legacy of service to our nation, and specifically to the people of Delaware, is secure. His leadership, faith, and bravery in this moment will live in the memories of the American people for all time because the choice before the American people is now set.
“Joe Biden did today what Donald Trump could not. He put his country first before his own ambition. Voters will have a clear choice in 2024 - Donald Trump, who is only concerned about himself, or a candidate for president who believes in something bigger.”
* Speaker Welch…
President Biden has put our country first time and time again. His commitment to moving forward even amidst adversity and personal loss embodies who we are as Americans. Today, he has put our country first again.
I want to thank President Biden for his selfless leadership, and for again putting our country and our democracy ahead of individual ambition. I look forward to working with my colleagues to help move a united Democratic Party forward to victory in November.
* US Sen. Durbin…
U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today issued the following statement on President Joe Biden:
“Throughout his public career, Joe Biden always put country first. His four years as President made it clear that he was determined to put our country back on track and restore the soul of our nation. America will be forever grateful for all he has given to this country.
“Now the Democratic Party must unite behind a candidate who can defeat Donald Trump and keep America moving in the right direction. I will do everything in my power to help that effort.”
* US Sen. Duckworth…
United States Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement regarding President Joe Biden:
“No one has done more for working Americans than Joe Biden—and so many of us owe him a debt of gratitude for everything he’s done to improve our country.
“Over more than 50 years in public service, he’s built an unparalleled record of accomplishments. From helping write the Violence Against Women Act in the Senate to shepherding the Affordable Care Act into law as Vice President and from helping guide our nation out of a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic to overseeing historic wage and job growth during his Presidency, Joe Biden has always put our country first and worked to change so many aspects of our lives for the better.
“From the bottom of my heart, I thank him for his effective and successful leadership and for, once again, putting our country before himself. This difficult decision ensures that Democrats can focus on the goal that unites each and every one of us: defeating Donald Trump and preventing another four years of his destructive chaos and corruption.”
* US Rep. Schneider…
Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement:
“Thank you, President Joe Biden.
Joe Biden has selflessly served our nation with courage, heart and honor. As President, he guided our nation through and out of an unprecedented global pandemic. He passed transformative legislation that has led to our economy becoming the strongest in the world. He lowered costs for families, took on the climate crisis and made our tax code fairer. He rescued our country from a potential despot and restored international confidence in the U.S. as the world’s indispensable nation.
He put our nation and the American people front and center. Our country is better and our future is brighter due to his leadership.
Joe Biden has secured his legacy as one of the greatest presidents in our history. It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve in Congress during his presidency.
Now, we must come together, build on the legacy of the Biden administration and show voters that Democrats up and down the ballot are improving the lives of all Americans. I’m confident that, with Vice President Kamala Harris at the helm of the Democratic ticket, we can do exactly that. We will defeat Donald Trump.
Onward.”
* ILGOP…
Illinois Republican Party Chair Kathy Salvi released the following statement regarding the announcement that President Biden is no longer seeking reelection:
“Today’s announcement is the culmination of years of lies from the Biden White House and Democrats shaming anyone who questioned the fitness of President Biden. Democrats are divided, torn apart by their own duplicity trying to pass off President Biden’s inability to fulfill his role, while Republicans stand united behind President Trump and an agenda of freedom, prosperity, and safety. Democrats have become the party of self-service while Republicans have become the voice of this nation. We as Illinois Republicans must continue to call attention to JB Pritzker’s tax-and-spend, pro-criminal agenda that drives families away from this state to protect the rest of the nation.”
* US Rep. Bost…
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today released the following statement following Joe Biden ending his presidential campaign:
“Republicans in Congress and concerned citizens across America have questioned President Biden’s fitness for office for months,” said Bost. “After dismissing those concerns at every turn, Biden’s allies have now forced him out of the campaign in hopes of salvaging races up and down the ballot. Unfortunately for them, it’s too late. The American people are hungry for change and for real leadership, and you aren’t going to get that from Vice President Harris or any of the other top Democrats who helped create this mess in the first place. President Trump is the clear front runner heading into November, regardless of who the Democrats nominate at their convention.”
…Adding… US Rep. García…
Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García Commends President Biden and Endorses Kamala Harris as Democratic Nominee
President Joe Biden’s selfless decision to not seek re-election and prioritize our country’s future deserves the highest praise. His tenure has been marked by significant achievements, making him the most impactful President since Franklin D. Roosevelt. His leadership has brought historic investments that will benefit generations.
As we move forward, it’s crucial that we unite behind Vice President Kamala Harris and continue the progress we’ve made. Defeating the resurgence of Trumpism is essential for the future of our democracy.
Thank you, President Biden, for your unwavering dedication and service to our nation.
* DPI…
With news of President Biden no longer campaigning for re-election, Democratic Party of Illinois Chair Lisa Hernandez issued the following statement about his legacy:
“Today, we express our deepest gratitude to President Joe Biden for his unwavering service and dedication to our nation. Under his leadership, President Biden navigated some of the most challenging times in recent history–and without failure, he showed us that he is a man of the people. President Biden’s legacy is defined by his empathy, resilience, and steadfast commitment to the American people.
When President Biden took office, our nation was grappling with a devastating once-in-a-century pandemic. His administration successfully guided us through this unprecedented crisis. And during his presidency, President Biden has worked tirelessly to rebuild the backbone of America–a strong and inclusive middle class. His administration has created over 15.5 million jobs, including 459.7k jobs in Illinois in the last 3.5 years. His efforts to lower prescription drug costs and make health care more accessible have provided relief to millions for Americans. These accomplishments will have a lasting impact on our country and will continue to guide as we move forward.
We face a critical moment in our democracy. The stakes could not be higher, and we must stand firm against the threats posed by a potential Trump-Vance presidency. Donald Trump and J.D. Vance represents a return to policies that favor the wealthy, threaten our health care, and undermine our democratic institutions. We must ensure that their regressive and divisive agenda does not prevail.
The Democratic Party of Illinois is committed to this fight. We will mobilize, organize, and vote to ensure that the Democratic ticket prevails in November. Together, we can finish the job and build a stronger, more equitable nation. Thank you, President Biden, for your service and leadership. The work continues, and we are ready to face the challenges ahead with unity and resolve.”
* US Rep. Miller…
Congresswoman Mary Miller (R-IL) released the following statement:
“Kamala Harris led the Democrats’ cover-up of Joe Biden’s severe cognitive decline. Their donors only forced Biden out once they got ‘caught.’ ‘Border Czar’ Kamala Harris must answer for the deadly invasion of our southern border and her cover-up of Biden’s cognitive decline. The American people deserve to know who is actually running the country right now since the Democrats are finally admitting it is not Joe Biden.”
* VP Harris…
* Former President Obama…
* Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association…
IDCCA President Mark Guethle released the following statement in response to President Joe Biden announcing his departure from the Presidential ticket:
“I am holding my head high today for President Joe Biden, the Democratic Party, and for America. This November, we must all unite to stop Donald Trump from winning a second term, and President Biden has decided that, for the good of the country, that someone else is the right person for the job.
Joe Biden’s record of accomplishments as our President is unprecedented. He has fought for unions and working-class families – with more people working today than at any point in history. He has invested in manufacturing and renewable energy jobs more than any previous administration. He expanded benefits and services for Veterans, passed the first meaningful gun violence legislation in 30 years, and he saved our economy when other countries continue to struggle to recover from the pandemic. He is a true statesman in every sense of the word.
* US Rep. Kelly…
* US Rep. Casten…
U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) has released the following statement:
“President Joe Biden is among the most effective presidents in American history. Over the last four years, Congress has worked hand-in-hand with President Biden to pass the largest investment in climate action ever. Together, we passed a robust infrastructure bill to fix roads and bridges across Illinois. We passed the first gun violence prevention bill in decades. We expanded health coverage for veterans, with more than one million of them using the PACT Act to gain access to the care they need. We returned the United States to the pinnacle of global manufacturing through the CHIPS and Science Act.
“More than anything else, President Biden restored the dignity of the Oval Office and reinforced American leadership abroad. We owe him our thanks and gratitude for his five decades of public service.
“The coming election is a referendum on the future of American democracy. The stakes of this election could not be higher. Donald Trump remains a twice-impeached convicted felon and adjudicated rapist who has promised to be a dictator on day one. Vice President Kamala Harris will beat him this November, and I’m proud to endorse her for President of the United States.”
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* Forrest Brandon of DeKalb has been arrested for threatening a public official, Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore). From the police department synopsis…
On July 15, 2024 at 9:38 PM, a threatening voice mail from phone number 312-xxx-xxxx was left on IL State Representative Jeffrey Keicher’s office voice mail. The caller, who identified himself as Forrest Brandon, suggested he may assassinate Kreicher because of a partisan event being hosted at a public high school. The event was determined
to be a senior fair planned for 7/18/24 at the Dekalb High School.
The threat was transcribed as “Yeah, yes, sir, my name is Forrest Brandon. I’m a U.S. Air Force veteran. I wanna know what the hell’s going on with you hosting a partisan event at a public high school. Screw you Republicans. Hey! Maybe I might assassinate you. I may. Not saying I will. I’m just saying I may.”
Forrest was Interviewed on 07/17/24 and admitted to making the call and saying he sald he “may” assassinate the representative, but claimed he never intended to carry out the threat. Forrest said he was “angry” and “confused” at the time. Mr. Keicher advised he felt apprehensive of receiving bodily harm after recieving the threatening message and was forced to postpone the senior fair.
It’s a Class 3 Felony.
…Adding… Sen. Rezin…
Illinois Senate Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris) released the following statement in response to the Illinois State Police’s (ISP) arrest of a DeKalb resident who allegedly threatened to commit an assassination at the DeKalb Senior Health Fair, days after the failed assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump:
“After communicating with law enforcement, we decided to postpone our Senior Health Fair due to a politically motivated and chilling threat of possible plans to commit an assassination at the event. Though we were disappointed that we weren’t able to assist members of our community at the date planned, ensuring the safety of our seniors, vendors, and staff was our top priority.
“I am grateful to the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement for taking the threat seriously and quickly acting with a thorough investigation and arrest of the alleged suspect. I look forward to rescheduling a Senior Health Fair in DeKalb in the near future.”
…Adding… Shaw Local…
Keicher, R-Sycamore, told Shaw Local News Network Friday the fair was postponed because a threat upon his life had been made. He said he’s never received a threat as severe as Monday’s. Keicher’s district includes portions of DeKalb, Boone, Kane and McHenry counties.
”There was, during [COVID-19], a lot of frustrations about some government policies but it never rose to the level of an overt threat on life, and I think it’s a reflection of the heat of the political dialogue that’s going on in our country right now, and I’m hopeful that we can use it as a lesson to be able to calm down the rhetoric a little bit, and talk about solving our issues, instead of violence,” Keicher said.
Daily Herald…
“It was definitely something that you don’t expect to receive and listen to,” said Keicher of Sycamore. “When you hear the tone in the voice, and two days after former President Donald Trump was shot, it is a little chilling.”
The event in question was a popular, long-standing Senior Health Fare offering information about state services as well as medical and dental care and veterans’ needs. Keicher and other organizers canceled the fair, which had been set for Thursday at DeKalb High School, but will reschedule it.
“It’s my sincerest hope that in hearing about this incident, we are able to dial down the rhetoric in the current political season,” he said.
He added that he was “very impressed and thankful for the response of the Illinois State Police and the city of DeKalb Police Department.”
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* Five Illinois US Reps. have now said the POTUS should drop out. Mike Quigley, Brad Schneider and Eric Sorensen have already done so, and we have two more today. Casten…
Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) called on President Joe Biden to withdraw as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States.
“It is with a heavy heart and much personal reflection that I am therefore calling on Joe Biden to pass the torch to a new generation,” wrote Rep. Casten in the Chicago Tribune. “To manage an exit with all the dignity and decency that has guided his half-century of public service. To cement his legacy as the President who saved our democracy in 2020 and handed it off to trusted hands in 2024 who could carry his legacy forward.”
Read Rep. Casten’s full op-ed in the Chicago Tribune here.
* Garcia…
Today, U.S. Representatives Jared Huffman (CA-02), Marc Veasey TX- 33), Chuy Garcia (IL-04), and Mark Pocan (WI-02) released a joint message to President Joe Biden:
“Mr. President, with great admiration for you personally, sincere respect for your decades of public service and patriotic leadership, and deep appreciation for everything we have accomplished together during your presidency, it is now time for you to pass the torch to a new generation of Democratic leaders. We must defeat Donald Trump to save our democracy, protect our alliances and the rules-based international order, and continue building on the strong foundation you have established over the past four years.
“At this point, however, we must face the reality that widespread public concerns about your age and fitness are jeopardizing what should be a winning campaign. These perceptions may not be fair, but they have hardened in the aftermath of last month’s debate and are now unlikely to change. We believe the most responsible and patriotic thing you can do in this moment is to step aside as our nominee while continuing to lead our party from the White House. Democrats have a deep and talented bench of younger leaders, led by Vice President Kamala Harris, who you have lifted up, empowered, and prepared for this moment. Passing the torch would fundamentally change the trajectory of the campaign. It would reinvigorate the race and infuse Democrats with enthusiasm and momentum heading into our convention next month. Mr. President, you have always put our country and our values first. We call on you to do it once again, so that we can come together and save the country we love.”
* And while this statement doesn’t call on Biden to step aside, it’s still worth noting…
In light of the ongoing national conversation regarding President Biden’s candidacy as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States and the Republican Party unifying under Donald Trump’s extreme right wing agenda, Latina/o elected officials on Chicago’s Northwest side and Western Suburbs released the following statement:
We understand that a second Trump Presidency presents an existential threat to our democratic institutions and will cause immeasurable harm to working people, especially our most vulnerable and marginalized communities. Our top priority remains clear: we must do everything we can to defeat the far-right agenda of Donald Trump, MAGA Republicans, and the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 at the ballot box this November.
We remain steadfast in our commitment to advance a transformative progressive agenda that is responsive to the needs of working-class people. We affirm that political violence and hateful rhetoric of any kind have no place in our politics. We condemn the attempted assassination of Donald Trump just as we have condemned the dangerous, divisive, and xenophobic agenda which he has advocated during his tenure as a public official. We hold that the best way to counter and prevent the advance of Trump’s right-wing agenda is to organize a mass working-class people’s movement that unapologetically fights for social, racial, economic, and environmental justice, equitable distribution of resources, and protecting the basic human rights of all people.
Regardless of who the Democratic Nominee for President is, Democratic leaders and progressive elected officials are responsible for listening to the voices of communities across our country that are demanding more from our political system. It is not enough to demand that people show up to vote against an authoritarian threat every four years. People across our country are exhausted from the never-ending rhetoric and politics of fear while they are struggling to put food on the table or to meet their family’s basic needs.
The way we defeat the dangerous and hateful vision of Project 2025 is by presenting our vision of a country that is boldly inclusive, just, and equitable, where everyone’s basic needs are met. Now is the time to champion a bold policy agenda that includes universal healthcare through Medicare for All, making the rich pay their fair share in taxes, protecting and expanding Social Security, codifying Roe and safeguarding reproductive rights, protecting people from deportation, and creating a pathway to citizenship for all 11 million of our undocumented neighbors, raising the federal minimum wage to be a living wage, forgiving student loans, guaranteeing access to free public colleges and universities, and helping achieve a ceasefire in Gaza that builds a bridge towards lasting peace for Palestinians and Israelis.
The Democratic party and the Democratic Nominee for President are responsible for adopting an agenda that addresses the needs and concerns of working people across our country. We stand ready to help advance this agenda and to defeat Donald Trump’s extreme right-wing agenda.
Congresswoman Delia Ramirez
State Senator Omar Aquino
State Senator Karina Villa
Democratic Nominee for State Senator Graciela Guzman
State Representative Lilian Jimenez
State Representative Norma Hernandez
Cook County Commissioner Anthony Joel Quezada
Alderperson Carlos Ramirez-Rosa
Alderperson Rossana Rodriguez
Alderperson Jessie Fuentes
Alderperson Ruth Cruz
…Adding… ILGOP…
After a week of unity in Milwaukee, Republicans in Illinois and across the country are ready to win in November. Democrats on the other hand don’t even know who will be at the top of the ticket yet.
Joe Biden’s poll numbers keep getting worse and big name Democrats are calling it quits on the President. Sean Casten joined a growing chorus of Democrats calling for Biden to step down this morning, a chorus that includes Reps. Chuy Garcia, Mike Quigley, and Eric Sorenson.
But former Biden/Pritzker staffer Nikki Budzinski and Senator Dick Durbin are #RidinWithBiden.
And Governor Pritzker? He’s supporting the “Democratic nominee” who is “apparently” Joe Biden. Sounds like a full throated endorsement to us.
With less than a month to go until Democrats descend on Chicago, their party here in Illinois and across the country is in complete and utter disarray.
31 days to go.
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* CNBC…
Financial services and doctors’ offices were disrupted on Friday, while TV broadcasters went offline as businesses worldwide grappled with an ongoing major IT outage. Air travel has been particularly hit, with planes grounded, services delayed and airports issuing advice to passengers.
Earlier on Friday, cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike experienced a major disruption, the company told NBC, following an issue with its latest tech update.
The company’s CEO George Kurtz has since said that the company is “actively working with customers impacted by a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts,” stressing that Mac and Linux hosts are not affected.
“This is not a security incident or cyberattack. The issue has been identified, isolated and a fix has been deployed,” he said on social media.
* WaPo…
The outage was linked to problems with Microsoft’s Azure cloud computing system, causing users to lose access to Office products and Windows systems more broadly. Widely used cybersecurity platform CrowdStrike pointed to a defect in an update it had delivered for Microsoft customers, while other operating systems including Mac were unaffected.
* Tribune…
Chicago’s two airports and Metra trains were hit with cancellations and delays amid a global technology outage that grounded flights, knocked banks and hospital systems offline and media outlets off air Friday around the world.
By 8:45 a.m. Friday, 104 flights had been cancelled at O’Hare International Airport and 244 were delayed, according to flight tracking firm FlightAware. At Midway, where Southwest Airlines is dominant, six flights were cancelled and 73 were delayed.
But that was a fraction of the 2,691 flights that had been cancelled globally around 7 a.m., according to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company.
At O’Hare, travelers were left staring at blank screens instead of the typical arrivals and departures displays. The Chicago Department of Aviation said it was working with federal agencies and airlines to restore operations, and urged travelers to check the status of their flights before heading to the airport.
* ABC Chicago…
American Airlines has lifted its ground stop. They released a statement saying, “Earlier this morning, a technical issue with a vendor impacted multiple carriers, including American. As of 5 a.m. ET, we have been able to safely re-establish our operation. We apologize to our customers for the inconvenience.”
Delta said in a statement, “Delta has resumed some flight departures after a vendor technology issue impacted several airlines and businesses around the world. That issue necessitated a pause in Delta’s global flight schedule this morning while it was addressed. Additional delays and cancelations are expected Friday. Delta has issued a travel waiver for all customers who have booked flights departing Friday, July 19. It allows customers to manage their own travel changes via delta.com and the Fly Delta app. The fare difference for customers will be waived when rebooked travel occurs on or before July 24, in the same cabin of service as originally booked. If travel is rebooked after July 24, any difference in fare between the original ticket and the new ticket will be collected at the time of booking.”
Metra said some trains were operating with delays as a result of the Microsoft outage.
CTA, and the Illinois Department of Transportation said they were not impacted. Chicago police said they have intermittent computer issues, but there is no impact for 911 and dispatcher service.
* Some of the state’s driver facilities are impacted…
…Adding… An update from SOS Giannoulias…
* The RTA is also having issues…
The Illinois Treasurer’s office started using CrowdStrike in 2022, I’ve reached out to see if they’re having any problems. I’ll update if they respond.
… Adding… The Treasurer’s office got back to me…
All constituent and banking information is safe and secure.
The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office (ISTO) employs several layers of cybersecurity.
CrowdStrike is one of several vendors engaged as part of our cybersecurity defenses.
ISTO is fully operational. No personal, programmatic, or financial data was compromised or affected.
No financial – banking and consumer – transactions were impacted.
ISTO programs are intact and were unaffected.
The icash.illinoistreasurer.gov/, www.BrightStart.com, and all publicly facing websites are fully operational.
State agencies were unable to communicate with the ISTO for three minutes at approximately 6:30 a.m., as the ISTO staff remedied the CrowdStrike issue before the state business day began.
Some ISTO employee laptops were affected by the unscheduled Microsoft update pushed out by CrowdStrike.
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