Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic Senate primary race

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by George ChidiMarch 18, 2026 at 03:44 AM

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Juliana Stratton, the Illinois lieutenant governor, won the Democratic primary for US Senate in Illinois, defeating US Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi. Stratton, backed by Governor JB Pritzker, gained momentum due to increased funding and differing stances on immigration, specifically her call to abolish ICE. Krishnamoorthi faced criticism for his fundraising sources. The primary also included Congresswoman Robin Kelly, who split the progressive vote with Stratton. Stratton is expected to win the general election in November against Republican Don Tracy, becoming the 15th Black US senator in American history. The election is to fill the seat being vacated by Dick Durbin.

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Jon Ossoff 30% Lori Lightfoot 30% Republican Party 40% Washington, D.C. 40% Don Tracy 40% Dick Durbin 50% ICE ×360% Robin Kelly ×460% JB Pritzker ×470% Raja Krishnamoorthi ×680% Illinois ×690% Juliana Stratton ×790%

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