Judge Blocks Extension of Illinois Stay-at-home Order

An Illinois judge has blocked Gov. J.B. Pritzker's effort to extend the state's stay-at-home order past the initial 30 days. The judge granted a temporary restraining order to state Rep. Darren Bailey, who argued that the rural lifestyle of his constituents already hinders the spread of disease, and suggested orders need only apply to Chicago and its suburbs. A review of the case is ongoing; Pritzker (D) reportedly accused Bailey of being “blindly devoted to ideology and the pursuit of personal celebrity." While the temporary injunction is only applicable to the petitioner, experts predict that precedent may be set if others file suit. State Attorney General Kwame Raoul (D) has appealed the court's decision.