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Pritzker Backs Stratton in Senate Race Amid Controversy

3/17/2026

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Governor J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Juliana Stratton and invested $5 million in her Illinois Senate primary campaign to fill Dick Durbin's 29-year seat.
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi leads in polls.
Some members of the Congressional Black Caucus criticize Pritzker's involvement as overreach.
There is concern about cryptocurrency influence in the race, with significant spending from aligned PACs.

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Story summary

Governor J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Juliana Stratton and invested $5 million in her Illinois Senate primary campaign to fill Dick Durbin's 29-year seat.
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi leads in polls.
Some members of the Congressional Black Caucus criticize Pritzker's involvement as overreach.
There is concern about cryptocurrency influence in the race, with significant spending from aligned PACs.