Stratton Wins Illinois Senate Democratic Primary

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for the US Senate seat held by Dick Durbin, defeating US Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi. Stratton led by over six percentage points with nearly 90% of votes tallied, besting a field of ten other Democratic candidates. Governor JB Pritzker heavily supported Stratton’s campaign, investing at least $5 million to help her overcome Krishnamoorthi’s significant spending advantage. Pritzker’s backing positions Stratton as a key ally for the governor, who is considered a potential 2028 presidential candidate. Stratton campaigned on strong opposition to the Trump administration, stating she would oppose his policies and appointees if elected. The victory marks a significant win for both Stratton and Pritzker as they look to the future.