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Democratic Senate Candidates Clash Over Immigration Policies
1/27/2026
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- On January 26, 2026, the Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate—Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Rep. Robin Kelly—debated immigration policy and the Trump administration at a debate co-hosted by The Chicago Sun-Times.
- Stratton criticized Krishnamoorthi for his past support of ICE.
- Kelly highlighted her impeachment efforts against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
- Krishnamoorthi led in fundraising.
- Stratton refused to support Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
