Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is set to endorse his lieutenant governor, Juliana Stratton, for the Senate following the announcement that Sen. Dick Durbin will not seek a sixth term. Pritzker plans to make the announcement in Bronzeville, where Stratton grew up, providing her with a significant boost in a crowded race for the Senate seat. Pritzker, a billionaire with a history of supporting Democratic campaigns, is expected to provide financial resources and political muscle to help propel Stratton’s candidacy.
In a statement, Pritzker praised Stratton as a tested and steady leader, highlighting her dedication to working families and ability to get big things done. The two have worked together since 2018, implementing popular changes in the state such as protecting reproductive rights, raising the minimum wage, and eliminating the state’s tax on groceries.
Stratton wasted no time in launching her Senate campaign, becoming the first candidate to do so after Durbin’s announcement. Durbin, at 80 years old, stated that it was time for the next generation to lead the party, paving the way for candidates like Stratton to step up.
With the support of Gov. Pritzker and a track record of advocating for important issues, Stratton’s Senate campaign is expected to garner significant attention as she vies for the opportunity to represent Illinois in the Senate.
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