New Illinois GOP Chair Faces Challenge of Unifying Divided Party

Kathy Salvi takes over leadership as Republicans head to the national convention in Milwaukee, aiming to reconcile internal divisions and strategize for upcoming elections.

• Salvi succeeds Don Tracy, who resigned citing intra-party conflicts and power struggles.
• The Illinois GOP is split between hard-line conservatives and moderate factions.
• Salvi's immediate task is to rally support behind Trump at the national convention.
• Long-term goals include appealing to suburban voters and overcoming Trump's past electoral defeats in Illinois.
• Party members are divided on whether Trump's leadership will help or hinder their electoral prospects.

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