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Who is running for Illinois governor in the 2026 primary election? Full list of candidates

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The 2026 Illinois Primary Election is less than a week away, with several big races on the ballot. One of those is the gubernatorial race, where voters will choose will the Democratic and Republican candidates will appear on their ballots in November. Though rumors are swirling that sitting Governor J.B. Pritzker has his eyes on a potential run for president in 2028, he’s still in the running for re-election. If he retains his seat, he’ll be the…

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Who is running for Illinois governor in the 2026 primary election? Full list of candidates

The 2026 Illinois Primary Election is less than a week away, with several big races on the ballot. One of those is the gubernatorial race, where voters will choose will the Democratic and Republican candidates will appear on their ballots in November. Though rumors are swirling that sitting Governor J.B. Pritzker has his eyes on a potential run for president in 2028, he’s still in the running for re-election. If he retains his seat, he’ll be the…

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NBC Chicago broke the news in Chicago, United States on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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