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Illinois Venezuelans face economic 'double whammy'

Inflation is creating a “double whammy” for members of Illinois’ Venezuelan community, an alliance leader says.

Published Jun 19, 2026, 12:06 PM EDT | WFMZZ

An Illinois Venezuelan Alliance leader told The Center Square that inflation is a “double whammy” for members of his community. The brief report flags growing economic concerns among Venezuelan residents in Illinois.