Overview

• 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.