Safe Suburbs PAC founder Kevin Coyne expressed growing concerns about the arrest of three armed individuals in Naperville arrested while possessing machine guns and drugs, emphasizing a dangerous trend.
Advocacy for the decriminalization of minor opioid possession, including potent drugs like fentanyl, by U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL) has ignited a debate, drawing criticism from Safe Suburbs’ Kevin Coyne.
In the wake of growing concerns over the impact of drug decriminalization, Republican figures in Illinois, including former state representative Jeanne Ives, are criticizing the stance of Democratic lawmakers such as U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL). Ives argues that Casten and other Democrats are prioritizing other interests over public health and safety. This ongoing dispute has escalated amidst calls to revisit current policies on drug enforcement and addiction treatment.
Lisle Township Supervisor Diane Hewitt was arrested on Nov. 1 and charged with misdemeanor Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. The arrest came following a report of erratic driving in Warrenville, as noted by local police.