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Leaders across Illinois react to US Sen. Dick Durbin announcing he will not run in 2026
Senator Dick Durbin (D-Illinois), the longest-serving party whip, announced he won't seek re-election in 2026. Illinois officials from both parties reacted to the news, offering praise and ...
Illinois voting advocates worry for bill requiring citizenship proof to vote
“Republicans claim that the SAVE Act makes it illegal for non-citizens to vote, but federal law already prohibits ...
Illinois lawmakers debate federal voter legislation along with Illinois bills
Illinois lawmakers are weighing in on federal legislation that would require proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon appeals $4M dispute with state elections board
Senate President Don Harmon is appealing Illinois election officials’ assertion he accepted $4 million more in political cash ...
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Dick Durbin of Illinois, the Senate’s No. 2 Democrat, won't seek reelection to a 6th term in 2026
Dick Durbin of Illinois said Wednesday he will not seek ... It was Douglas, who lost election to a fourth term in 1966, who once mistakenly called him “Dick,” a nickname Durbin adopted.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to endorse for Senate, lending his political muscle – and likely some resources
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is backing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in what's expected to be a crowded field to succeed Sen. Dick ...
Pritzker endorses Illinois lieutenant governor in bid for Durbin seat
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) is endorsing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D) in the Democratic primary to replace retiring Sen.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton announces run for US Senate with anti-Trump campaign video
If Juliana Stratton is elected, three Black women could serve concurrently in the U.S. Senate for the first time.