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Illinois GOP Candidates Demand Reforms Amid Fraud Scandal

1/10/2026

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In response to a Minnesota fraud scandal, two Republican Illinois governor candidates urged reforms.
Darren Bailey (R-Ill.), the GOP frontrunner for Illinois governor, proposed a "DOGE for Illinois" initiative to boost transparency.
Ted Dabrowski called for a full audit of social services, citing 300% childcare funding growth since 2019.
Pritzker's campaign dismissed the claims, saying existing controls prevent fraud.
Rep. Mary Miller suggested significant corruption exists in the state.

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In response to a Minnesota fraud scandal, two Republican Illinois governor candidates urged reforms.
Darren Bailey (R-Ill.), the GOP frontrunner for Illinois governor, proposed a "DOGE for Illinois" initiative to boost transparency.
Ted Dabrowski called for a full audit of social services, citing 300% childcare funding growth since 2019.
Pritzker's campaign dismissed the claims, saying existing controls prevent fraud.
Rep. Mary Miller suggested significant corruption exists in the state.