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The League of Women Voters of Chicago, League of Women Voters of Illinois and League of Women of the US issued a joint statement in response to the threat of deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago.

Celina Stewart, CEO of the League of Women Voters, and Dianna Wynn, president of the League of Women Voters, released the following statement and announced "No Harm to Our Communities: Mapping Guidance for Elected Leaders." This is guidance on drawing mid-cycle maps that protect historically disenfranchised communities

The League of Women Voters CEO, Celina Stewart, Esq., issued a statement in response to President Trump's vow to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines.

The League presents its Florence Fifer Bohrer Award annually to an individual or couple who exemplify the spirit of Florence Fifer Bohrer through their generous and selfless commitment to our community and to others.

The McLean County League of Women Voters is undertaking a study of McLean County’s two election authorities. This study is intended to address the interests of the voters and taxpayers. Areas of exploration include known voter and candidate confusion regarding the two election authorities, consistencies and inconsistencies in the practices of the two authorities, and opportunities for improved efficiencies in administrative functions.

Phone Call Fridays is a weekly call to action to defend our democracy. We are asking our members, partners, and friends to join us every Friday in calling lawmakers and Congressional leaders. Make your plan to make outreach calls each Friday. See our resources to help you get started.

Current US law makes it illegal for non-citizens to register and vote in federal or state elections. We have robust processes ensuring that only eligible voters cast ballots. However, Congress is about to vote on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which requires eligible voters to provide citizenship documentation to register to vote.Tell your elected representatives to vote NO on the SAVE Act by going to www.senate.gov and www.house.gov.

The League of Women Voters, a 104-year-old voting rights organization, made a record-breaking 30 million contacts during the 2024 election cycle, providing voters with nonpartisan voting information ahead of Election Day. We're proud of the work League members and our fellow democracy defenders did to make this election free, fair, and accessible.

League of Women Voters of the US President Dianna Wynn shares reflections on the recent election, and how the League will continue to work to build the future it wants to see. Like you, we are still processing the implications of this election.