Krishnamoorthi Joins Competitive Illinois Senate Primary

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi has entered the Democratic primary for Illinois’ U.S. Senate seat, joining Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Robin Kelly, with Rep. Lauren Underwood reportedly considering a run. Krishnamoorthi brings over $19 million in campaign funds and stresses his immigrant background and advocacy for working families, reproductive freedom, and healthcare access. He has highlighted his opposition to figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk and his previous involvement in Trump’s first impeachment. Stratton enters the race with endorsements from Gov. JB Pritzker and Sen. Tammy Duckworth, intensifying competition. Krishnamoorthi’s campaign launch focused on combating economic inequality and political extremism. He is also noted as the first South Asian American to chair a congressional committee and for his work on Barack Obama’s campaigns.