NEWS UPDATE ON EVICTION

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TRIAL INFORMATION

6/25/2025 - 11:00 AM COURTROOM 202 TRIAL - BENCH JUDGE MANGIAMELEI recently became aware that the landlord is seeking additional funds for lost rent after I vacate, as well as for his attorney's fees (who is also a McHenry Board REPUBLICAN Member).

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David Shestokas is representing me probono.  David Shestokas is the author of the Constitutional Sound Bites series that explains the history, philosophy and meaning of our Founding documents.  He is the host a weekly radio show: Constitutionally Speaking.  His website, Constitutional Legal Education and News devotes itself to explaining the Constitution.

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Landlord

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I have no ill feelings toward my landlord; this situation feels more like bullying from the village, involving threats and intimidation. I kindly ask that you do not hold him responsible for these actions. Thank you.

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Awareness

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I am very pleased with the awareness this has raised regarding the bullying of small businesses, freedom of speech, and the misuse of ordinances that tend to arise when there is a clash of beliefs.   

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​The Legal Drama with the VILLAGE & EVICTION 

I proudly own a Trump Truth Store in Huntley, IL, but I find myself in a troubling series of legal battles. I am facing four ordinance violations concerning my store. The items on my private property include the American flag, a "Make America Great Again" yard sign, two Trump flags, a table and chairs, a Trump inflatable, and my trailer, which features a vinyl sticker with my website URL and QR code (considered unapproved signage).

After the election, many of my customers received letters instructing them to remove their Trump yard signs displayed on their private property, as well as signs not in the right-of-way, or face daily fines. Most complied, but when my letter arrived, I knew I had to stand firm.

WHAT IS THE POINT OF THE FIRST AMENDMENT--FREEDOM OF SPEECH - IF EVERYBODY CAN INFRINGE ON IT?    Your neighbors, friends, relatives, social media, church, local government, employment, association, school, clubs, groups, etc.  -- all have rules imposing on your First Amendment right.  So, what is the point of having the First Amendment?  

The essence of my Trump Truth Store is to empower the community to engage in political discussions without fear. By showcasing your beliefs, you open doors for conversation. It often takes just one brave person to spark positive change in a neighborhood. My community appreciates my store, and the recent infringement on free speech has made many aware of the issues at play; they never thought their village would act this way.

 

However, due to my demanding schedule spent talking with customers, I have little time to research or fight back against the village's actions.  This is a store where people want to speak, and I can't wait to make it bigger so people can hang out and discuss with everyone.  

I've even learned that a board member for the county has offered his services to my landlord to try to force me out, and several Democrats are rallying to shut my store down simply because they oppose Trump.   There was never a need for the eviction, as I had every intention of moving to a bigger place.  Now, with my time in legal, I do not have much time to find a place and move.  

 

The ordinances targeting me seem senseless; my flag is not in the right-of-way, and countless others in the area display even more signage and flags, yet I am being targeted due to the name "Trump." It is crucial to set an example and defend our constitutional rights. I urgently need your legal support or advice.

Each day, I remind myself of a quote from Trump: "Remember this: nothing worth doing ever, ever, ever came easy. Following your convictions means you must be willing to face criticism from those who lack the same courage to do what is right."