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Illinois 9th Congressional District Democratic Primary

February 15 – March 18, 2026

The Bottom Line

Kat Abughazaleh is challenging long-time Representative Jan Schakowsky for her seat in Illinois' 9th District. This race is a battle between the party's established leaders and new progressives who want to change how the U.S. handles foreign aid and funding for Israel. The primary will decide if the district keeps a veteran lawmaker or shifts toward a candidate backed by groups like Justice Democrats.

Key Statements

HHuffPost

Justice Democrats endorsed Kat Abughazaleh in the Democratic primary... to consolidate progressive support against an AIPAC-backed candidate.

Explains the ideological divide and the specific groups involved in the primary.

TThe Hill

Justice Democrats and PAL PAC endorse Kat Abughazaleh in the Democratic primary for Illinois' 9th Congressional District.

Shows the coalition of progressive groups supporting the challenger.

18 Articles

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss looks ahead to general election after threading 9th District needle

Chicago TribuneCenter Left

Daniel Biss wins in Illinois despite student dating scandal

ReasonCenter Right

How Illinois voted in the 9th Congressional District race

Chicago TribuneCenter Left

Daniel Biss wins Democratic primary to replace Jan Schakowsky

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

Daniel Bliss wins Democratic primary to replace Jan Schakowsky

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

Daniel Biss wins Illinois' 9th district primary after AIPAC drops millions

NewsweekCenter

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