Summary
In Illinois, key Democrats are competing to fill a soon-to-be-open Senate seat as Senator Dick Durbin will not run again. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton are leading in the polls. Campaign fundraising and endorsements are crucial factors in the race, with major financial support coming from various sources.
Key Facts
- Senator Dick Durbin is not seeking reelection in Illinois, creating an open Senate seat.
- Key Democratic candidates include Raja Krishnamoorthi, Juliana Stratton, and Robin Kelly.
- Raja Krishnamoorthi is leading in several polls, but Juliana Stratton is closely behind.
- Krishnamoorthi has spent significantly on TV ads, investing about $450,000 weekly.
- Governor JB Pritzker, a billionaire, supports Stratton with a $5 million contribution.
- Polling data shows many undecided voters; recent surveys show varying leads for candidates.
- Betting odds give Krishnamoorthi a higher chance of winning the primary.
