Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker Endorses Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate Seat
CHICAGO — In a significant political move, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat recently vacated by Senator Dick Durbin, who announced his retirement just days prior. Pritzker’s endorsement, made public on Friday via social media, comes on the heels of Stratton’s candidacy announcement.
At a press event in Chicago, Pritzker expressed his confidence in Stratton’s leadership abilities and campaign prowess, stating, “Juliana Stratton has demonstrated over the last six-and-a-half years what a great leader she is. I expect that she will win.” He praised her dynamic connection with constituents across Illinois, underlining his belief in her potential to succeed in the Senate race.
Pritzker’s endorsement is particularly noteworthy given their history; he selected Stratton as his running mate in the 2018 gubernatorial election, where they won decisively against incumbent Bruce Rauner. The duo secured re-election in 2022 by a margin of over 10 percentage points, reinforcing Pritzker’s political influence.
In addition to his leadership endorsement, Pritzker is recognized as a significant financial backer within the Democratic Party, raising questions about his potential financial support for Stratton’s campaign. When asked, he reaffirmed his commitment to assist her in whatever capacity needed.
Stratton’s candidacy marks an important moment in Illinois politics as she aims to succeed Durbin, a longstanding figure in the Senate. With Pritzker’s backing, Stratton’s campaign is poised to capture the attention of voters in the upcoming Democratic primary.
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