Illinois U.S. Senate primary results favor Stratton for Democrats, Tracy secures GOP nomination

A competitive race for the U.S. Senate seat held by Dick Durbin for nearly 30 years is unfolding in Illinois, with Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton gaining momentum following the 2026 primary elections. Don Tracy has won the Republican primary, while three Democratic front-runners—U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly, alongside Stratton—are vying for the nomination. Krishnamoorthi has raised over $30 million, the second highest for any U.S. Senate candidate in 2026, while Stratton has received significant support from Gov. JB Pritzker, who backs her candidacy.

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