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Crowded field of Democrats face off in primary election for retiring U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky's seat

Biss was projected to win the Democratic primary for the open 9th Congressional District seat.

Crowded field of Democrats face off in primary election for retiring U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky's seat
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This article1 analysis · Oct 9, 2026
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Mar 17, 2026
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Daniel Biss was projected to win the crowded Democratic primary for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District, with 90% of votes counted. The contest followed Rep. Jan Schakowsky’s decision to retire and drew 15 Democratic candidates.

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U.S. representative whose retirement created the open seat

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Illinois state senator and Democratic House candidate

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