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IL Lt. Gov. Projected to Win Dem Primary for U.S. Senate

Source: RealClearPolitics March 17, 2026 at 11:15 PM (Mar 17, 2026) Illinois Senate Race

Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton is projected to win the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by long-time Senator Dick Durbin. Stratton emerged victorious from a competitive and crowded field of candidates seeking the nomination.

Key Points

  • Stratton advances as the Democratic nominee for Durbin's Senate seat after nearly 30 years of his tenure
  • The Illinois Democratic primary was highly competitive with multiple candidates vying for the nomination
  • Projection comes from CBS News analysis of primary results