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Pritzker's $5M Support for Stratton Sparks CBC Tensions

3/26/2026

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker met with the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) to address tensions from the Senate primary.
Pritzker’s $5 million support for Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, the primary winner, conflicted with the CBC’s backing of Rep. Robin Kelly.
CBC Chair Rep. Yvette Clarke criticized Pritzker's influence as 'beyond frustrating'.
A recent phone call appears to have eased tensions.
Stratton will face Republican Don Tracy in the general election to replace Durbin.

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker met with the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) to address tensions from the Senate primary.
Pritzker’s $5 million support for Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, the primary winner, conflicted with the CBC’s backing of Rep. Robin Kelly.
CBC Chair Rep. Yvette Clarke criticized Pritzker's influence as 'beyond frustrating'.
A recent phone call appears to have eased tensions.
Stratton will face Republican Don Tracy in the general election to replace Durbin.