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Illinois Primary: Pritzker's Third Term at Stake, Senate Race Heats Up

3/17/2026

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The Illinois primary is set for March 17, 2026, to decide races for governor, U.S. Senate, and congressional seats amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term.
Governor JB Pritzker seeks a third term.
He faces several Republican challengers.
The Senate race follows the retirement of Senator Dick Durbin, with Democratic candidates including Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly.
Early voting is underway.

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Story summary

The Illinois primary is set for March 17, 2026, to decide races for governor, U.S. Senate, and congressional seats amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term.
Governor JB Pritzker seeks a third term.
He faces several Republican challengers.
The Senate race follows the retirement of Senator Dick Durbin, with Democratic candidates including Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly.
Early voting is underway.