Meet the Candidate: Phil Nagel, 40th Senate District

Phil Nagel’s life has been shaped by a legacy of hard work, service, and sacrifice. Growing up as the son of a steelworker and the grandson of a WWII veteran and farmer, Phil learned the values of integrity, resilience, and dedication at an early age.

Following in his grandfather’s footsteps, Phil proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, where he maintained F-16 Fighter jets during Operation Enduring Freedom. Now, as a devoted husband, father, and veteran, Phil is ready to bring his extensive experience and strong moral compass to the Illinois Senate.

Phil’s 20-year marriage to his wife and their two accomplished sons, Gabriel and Eli, are testaments to his commitment to family and community. As a proud veteran and community member, Phil pledges to be a voice for the people of Illinois, ensuring that their concerns are heard and addressed with integrity and determination.

Why Phil is Running:

Phil Nagel is running for the Illinois Senate to tackle the pressing issues that affect Illinois families. His focus will be on cutting taxes, easing financial burdens, and addressing the excessive state spending that strains household budgets. Phil’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and effective governance is driven by his desire to support family prosperity and economic stability.

Phil is also dedicated to enhancing public safety and addressing the challenges posed by Governor Pritzker’s non-citizen welfare policies. As a father, he believes in empowering parents in their children’s education and will work to ensure that state resources are used to help Illinois citizens. His leadership aims to create safer communities and a more prosperous future for all residents.

Key Issues:

• Relief for Illinois Families: Phil will work to cut taxes and reduce state spending to ease financial pressures and counter unsustainable tax-and-spend policies.
• Safe Streets: Phil will advocate for reversing lenient crime policies and strengthening support for law enforcement to enhance community safety.
• Empower Parents: Phil supports empowering parents to make decisions about their children’s education and healthcare.
• End JB Pritzker’s Invited Migrant Crisis: Phil will prioritize Illinois citizens and advocate for policies that address the strain of non-citizen welfare programs on the state budget.