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Illinois Primaries Heat Up: Key Candidates Challenge Trump’s Immigration Policies

3/17/2026

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On March 17, 2026, Illinois voters will hold primaries to fill open U.S. House and Senate seats, including retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.
Key Democratic candidates include U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, U.S. Representative Robin Kelly, and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, all pledging to challenge U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
The race is intensifying with strong fundraising, led by Krishnamoorthi.
Stratton seeks abolition of ICE, while Kelly backs dismantling ICE.

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On March 17, 2026, Illinois voters will hold primaries to fill open U.S. House and Senate seats, including retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.
Key Democratic candidates include U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, U.S. Representative Robin Kelly, and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, all pledging to challenge U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
The race is intensifying with strong fundraising, led by Krishnamoorthi.
Stratton seeks abolition of ICE, while Kelly backs dismantling ICE.