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How outlets cover Garcia · Jul 21, 2026

Illinois Board Removes Two Independent Candidates from Ballot

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Lead article · Chicago Tribune · CENTER2 trying to challenge US Rep. Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia's handpicked successor ordered off the ballot
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tl;drFROM THE LEAD ARTICLE · CHICAGO TRIBUNE

The Illinois State Board of Elections voted to keep Mayra Macías and Byron Sigcho-Lopez off the November ballot for the 4th Congressional District, citing insufficient valid signatures. Patty Garcia, the Democratic successor backed by retiring Rep. Chuy Garcia, said petition review was a normal part of the process; the two candidates said they may pursue legal action.

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Chicago TribuneJUL 21 · 5:42 PM ET
Editorial: Sigcho-Lopez and Macías ordered off ballot. Democracy loses.The editorial says Garcia’s path to victory cleared after two independent challengers were removed from the ballot.CRED 81BAL 25 INFORMATIONALCHICAGO TRIBUNE · REPUBLISHED BY YAHOO NEWS
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