# Illinois Ethics Scandal Grows: Lawmakers Launch New Investigation | The States

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Podcast: [The States](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-center-square-daily-6742680)
Published: 2026-07-30T20:06:28+00:00
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The States with Greg Bishop covers today's biggest political and economic headlines from across the country. In this episode: The U.S. Senate prepares to vote on holding Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress following his testimony before lawmakers. Florida launches an investigation into Fauci after the congressional hearing. Illinois ethics investigations continue as lawmakers examine corruption allegations involving state officials. A federal judge rules against Illinois' in-state tuition policy for some illegal immigrants. The Department of Education investigates school districts over parental rights and student gender identity records. The latest on efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Michigan lawmakers investigate Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's ties to the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). The Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged, and economist Orphe Divounguy explains what it means for inflation, mortgage rates, credit cards, car loans, and the U.S. economy. Plus, headlines from Wisconsin, California, Florida, Louisiana, and across America. Featured Guests: Illinois State Rep. Adam Niemerg Esther Wickham, Education Reporter, The Center Square Orphe Divounguy, Ph.D. Economist & Co-host of Everyday Economics Subscribe for daily coverage of government, politics, public policy, and economic news from across the United States. #FederalReserve #InterestRates #Fauci #Politics #Economy #Inflation #Illinois #ParentsRights #Michigan #TheStates #GregBishop #TheCenterSquare

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