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Progressive vs. Far-Right: Illinois Primaries Shake Up Politics

3/18/2026

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Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, won the Democratic primary in Illinois' 9th District.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford won the Democratic primary in Illinois' 7th District, signaling a progressive-moderate split.
Joshua Higgins, aligned with the far-right Illinois Freedom Caucus, declared victory over incumbent Norine Hammond.
Miguel Alvelo Rivera claimed the Democratic nomination against Rep. Jaime Andrade.
Outside spending surged, notably on Israel policy, a contentious issue among candidates.

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Story summary

Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, won the Democratic primary in Illinois' 9th District.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford won the Democratic primary in Illinois' 7th District, signaling a progressive-moderate split.
Joshua Higgins, aligned with the far-right Illinois Freedom Caucus, declared victory over incumbent Norine Hammond.
Miguel Alvelo Rivera claimed the Democratic nomination against Rep. Jaime Andrade.
Outside spending surged, notably on Israel policy, a contentious issue among candidates.