East Central Reporter

Blaine Wilhour, a prominent political figure, has recently shared his views on several socio-economic and political issues through a series of tweets. The posts address topics ranging from the economic challenges faced by certain towns to criticisms of state governance and immigration policies.

In a tweet posted on May 13, 2025, Wilhour discussed the plight of Harvey, Illinois. He stated that "Harvey—like so many once-proud industrial towns—has been gutted, culturally and economically, by the very 'leaders' who claim to care." He highlighted the disparity in property tax rates between residents of Harvey and those in wealthier suburbs, questioning future investments in such areas. He concluded by attributing the city's struggles to Democratic leadership.

On May 14, 2025, Wilhour criticized state Democrats for their handling of financial resources. He claimed that "Illinois Democrats won’t do DOGE", suggesting collaboration with private citizens as an alternative. He condemned what he described as over $1 billion spent on diversity initiatives and bureaucracy while neglecting working families. He labeled this as "theft," advocating for reducing governmental excess to empower citizens.

The following day, on May 15, 2025, Wilhour responded to questions regarding budgetary cuts affecting undocumented immigrants. In his response directed at Governor J.B. Pritzker, he proposed measures such as "STOP FUNDING ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS" and suggested gratitude towards former President Donald Trump for efforts to secure borders. Additionally, he recommended prioritizing practical engineering projects over social engineering efforts.