| Source | WBEZ |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Feb. 17, 2026, 8:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Feb. 17, 2026, 8:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.wbez.org/government-politics/elections/2026/02/17/what-to-know-us-senate-primary-midterms-dick-durbin-seat |
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U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin’s announcement last year not to seek a sixth term sparked
a high stakes political shuffle and a contentious open race among top Illinois
Democrats to replace him.
### Who are the candidates?
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U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton...