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Homeland Security Secretary visits Springfields amid protests | First Listen

By Sean Crawford

Published May 8, 2025 at 7:15 AM CDT

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First Listen for May 8, 2025:

* DHS Secretary Kristi Noem held a news conference in Springfield Wednesday to attack the state's sanctuary law.

* Isabela Nieto reports on protests surrounding Noem's visit.

* Illinois lawmakers advance legislation restricting cell phone use in schools.

* Illinois regains access to federal pandemic relief funds for education.