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Toni Preckwinkle Secures Nomination, Defeats Moderate Challenger

3/18/2026

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Toni Preckwinkle won her party’s nomination for another term as president of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, defeating Brendan Reilly, a moderate challenger.
Preckwinkle has led since 2010 and is favored.
She highlighted a progressive stance, opposing federal immigration enforcement on county property.
Brendan Reilly, a moderate challenger, criticized her effectiveness and linked her to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s policies.
Cook County, including Chicago, has nearly 5.2 million residents.

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Story summary

Toni Preckwinkle won her party’s nomination for another term as president of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, defeating Brendan Reilly, a moderate challenger.
Preckwinkle has led since 2010 and is favored.
She highlighted a progressive stance, opposing federal immigration enforcement on county property.
Brendan Reilly, a moderate challenger, criticized her effectiveness and linked her to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s policies.
Cook County, including Chicago, has nearly 5.2 million residents.