cover of episode DuPage County Sheriff Jim Mendrick, the first Republican to jump into the race for Governor in 2026, joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss his campaign, public safety, and property taxes.

DuPage County Sheriff Jim Mendrick, the first Republican to jump into the race for Governor in 2026, joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss his campaign, public safety, and property taxes.

2025/3/13
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Sheriff Jim Mendrick discusses his motivations for running for governor, citing issues with current laws affecting public safety in DuPage County as a major factor.
  • Jim Mendrick is the first Republican to announce a run for governor in 2026.
  • He has been a police officer since 1996 and is concerned about changes in public safety.
  • Mendrick criticizes the safety act and sanctuary city laws for impacting crime rates.
  • He feels current political leaders are not adequately addressing these issues.

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DuPage County Sheriff Jim Mendrick, the first Republican to jump into the race for Governor in 2026, joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss his campaign, public safety, and property taxes. 

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