Campaign signs in Oak Park, Ill., on March 17, 2026. Nathaniel Smith for The Epoch Times
CHICAGO—The Democratic primaries for Congress in Illinois were held on March 17, setting the stage for the November elections. Given the state’s strong Democratic tilt, the primary winners are widely expected to have an advantage in the general election.
One of the most-watched contests was in the state’s Ninth Congressional District, where Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss won the Democratic primary, defeating 14 other candidates including content creator Kat Abughazaleh, state Sen. Laura Fine, and former FBI agent Phil Andrew. It is unclear which Republican Biss will face in the midterms.
Most voters who spoke with The Epoch Times cast their ballot for Biss. They cited Biss’s leadership experience and campaign tone as key reasons for their support.