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February 17, 2026

CHICAGO — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson:

“Today, our country has lost a beacon of civil rights and a champion for equality. As a longtime friend to Reverend Jesse Jackson and his family the news of his passing is profoundly sad to me.

“Throughout his life, Reverend Jackson fearlessly advocated for the rights and dignity of working class communities, serving as a beacon of hope for millions.

February 17, 2026

CHICAGO — El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) emitió la siguiente declaración sobre el fallecimiento del Reverendo Jesse Jackson:

“Hoy, nuestro país ha perdido a un líder de los derechos civiles y un defensor de la igualdad. Como amigo de muchos años del Reverendo Jesse Jackson y su familia, la noticia de su fallecimiento me entristece profundamente.

February 13, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) announced $13,591,865.00 in direct federal funding for Community Project Funding for Illinois’ 4th District, benefitting 15 organizations. This funding represents the latest installment in more than $63 million across 54 projects in targeted federal investments delivered to IL-04 since 2022—resources centered on the district’s urgent needs.