Raja Krishnamoorthi Joins Senate Race Following Robin Kelly's Bid for Durbin's Seat
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi announces his Senate candidacy, marking him as a key contender alongside Robin Kelly and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton.
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Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi has officially joined the race for the Senate seat being vacated by retiring Senator Dick Durbin. His announcement follows Rep. Robin Kelly's entry into the contest just one day prior. Both candidates emphasize their commitment to progressive issues and aim to secure endorsements, with Krishnamoorthi boasting a significant $19 million campaign war chest. Kelly focuses on health care, immigration, and gun control. The two join Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in a competitive Democratic primary, with other potential candidates like Rep. Lauren Underwood still weighing their options.
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- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi has announced his candidacy for the open Senate seat left by Dick Durbin, framing himself as a staunch fighter against Donald Trump and seeking to unite the Democratic vote behind his vision.
- His significant fundraising efforts, boasting $19 million, position him as a leading contender in the primary and have sparked debate about the influence of money in politics, especially regarding endorsements from key party figures like Gov. JB Pritzker.
- With the Democratic primary growing crowded, Krishnamoorthi emphasizes a message focused on economic issues, asserting the need for effective leadership that resonates with the broader electorate as the party seeks to reclaim support in upcoming elections.
CNN·25d· "…The race to become the Democratic nominee is likely to be one of the most expensive primaries in the country in the upcoming midterms."
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