| Source | WTTW |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Nov. 5, 2026, 6:02 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Nov. 5, 2026, 6:02 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://news.wttw.com/2026/11/05/welch-step-aside-illinois-house-speaker-after-26-illinois-democrats-called-new-top |
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_**Article Summary** _
* _House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch issued a statement Thursday afternoon saying he will not seek another term as speaker._
* _Twenty-six House Democrats signed a letter opposing another term of leadership for Welch._
* _Several of the members told Capitol News Illin...