* The Daniel Biss campaign released an internal poll yesterday. The press release…

New polling released by the Biss for Congress campaign shows Daniel Biss holding a commanding lead in the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District. Biss is currently supported by 31% of likely IL-9 Democratic primary voters, with no other candidate earning more than 17% of the vote. Biss is also the best-known and most well-liked candidate in the district, recognized by 74% of the Democratic primary electorate, with 61% viewing him favorably.

“I’m fired up by the results of this poll, which show our campaign emerging as the clear leader in a crowded field,” said Daniel Biss. “I’m working every day to make sure voters know that I’ll stand up to Donald Trump and fight to ensure Congress serves the people, not just the wealthy and powerful. In recent weeks, we’ve taken on ICE and protected our neighbors right here at home. In Congress, I’ll close the loopholes that let the ultra-rich dodge taxes, and I’ll push for a wealth tax to fund Medicare for All and affordable child care. With four months to go before the primary, we’ll keep building a grassroots movement for real, lasting change.” […]

The poll was conducted by Impact Research and based on N=500 interviews of likely 2026 Democratic primary voters in IL CD-09, conducted via phone and text-to-web from November 4-9, 2025. The expected margin of sampling error is +/-4.4% overall and is higher for subgroups.

Click here for the polling memo.

Biss’ pollster Impact Research also tested favorability and name ID for Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren…

Biss and Warren have history. He was among the Illinois Democrats who backed her 2020 presidential bid. She returned the favor in July and tops the endorsement list on his campaign website.

More from Evanston Now…

The two polls conducted for Abughazaleh’s campaign, both conducted by political consulting group MDW Communications, showed her in second, trailing Biss, but by far narrower margins and with marginal change between June and October.

The poll released on Tuesday by Biss’ campaign was conducted by Impact Research, a political research organization with a more extensive polling history than MDW. […]

State Sen. Laura Fine (D-Glenview) continues polling in third, the poll shows, with about half of polled voters knowing who she is and 35% viewing her favorably and 11% unfavorably, among those who recognize her name.

The poll shows that 21% of voters remain uncommitted, a significant decrease from the previous poll, which showed nearly half of voters still undecided on their preferred candidate, while most candidates, other than Biss, remain largely where previous polls had put their support.

State Sen. Mike Simmons (D-Chicago) remains in fourth, according to all three polls, while other candidates, including State Rep. Hoan Huynh, Bushra Amiwala, Phil Andrew and Bruce Leon all in the low single digits.

* Meanwhile, Krishnamoorthi dropped yet another TV ad. Press release…

Today, Raja for Illinois released its fifth television ad of the cycle, “Toughest Fighter.” In the new spot, Local 881 United Food and Commercial Workers Union President Steve Powell tells the story of Raja’s partnership in their fight to halt a proposed grocery mega-merger that was on track to drive up food costs and endanger good-paying union jobs.

“We were ‘this close’ to a catastrophic grocery monopoly. It would’ve hurt a lot of people,” said Local 881 President Steve Powell in the new ad.

“Politicians sure like to talk about high prices…but Raja actually did something. He pushed and he pushed and he pushed. He helped block this terrible merger, because that’s what he does. No one fights harder.”


Watch “Toughest Fighter” here.

His Democratic opponents, including U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, haven’t hit the air yet.

* Krishnamoorthi also picked up another labor endorsement…

Today, Teamsters Local 705 announced their endorsement of Raja Krishnamoorthi for U.S. Senate, joining a growing coalition of unions and labor leaders who have backed his U.S. Senate bid. The undeniable labor candidate in the primary, Raja remains the only candidate in the race with union endorsements. […]

Headquartered in Chicago, Teamsters Local 705 proudly represents approximately 17,000 members in and around the Chicagoland area. Under the leadership of Secretary-Treasurer Juan Campos, one of the most prominent Latino labor leaders in the United States, Local 705 represents UPS, Freight, Cartage, Warehousing, Public Works, Rail Yards, Movers, and thousands of other members across the Midwest. […]

Raja continues to stand alone as the only candidate in the race endorsed by a labor union, cementing his status as the labor candidate in the U.S. Senate primary. In addition to Teamsters Local 705, labor unions and leaders backing Raja include Local 881 UFCW, Illinois Federation of Teachers Local 1211, Illinois Letter Carriers Association President Luis Rivas, National Association of Letter Carriers branches 825, 31, 2810, 4016, and 2076, and Elevator Constructors Local 2. Like Juan Campos and Local 705, these organizations recognize that Raja is the champion that working people need in Washington right now.

* Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton announced a new endorsement of her own…

Today, the Illinois Nurses Association (INA) announced their endorsement of Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate. The INA joins a broad coalition of endorsers from around the state including Governor JB Pritzker and Senator Tammy Duckworth, and marks a major labor endorsement for Juliana. Juliana has been a proud supporter of organized labor and the INA throughout her career, and will take their fight to Washington.

“I’m honored to be endorsed by the Illinois Nurses Association and proud to stand with them in their fight for a healthcare system that serves both patients and workers,” said Juliana Stratton. “Illinois nurses deserve a leader who recognizes their critical contributions to our state, and I promise to be that leader. For too long, our healthcare system has put profits first – together, we’ll change that.”

“As a nurse with over a decade of experience in hospitals and community health settings, I’ve seen firsthand how policy decisions affect patient care and worker safety,” said Tori Dameron, INA President and Quincy Veterans Home Nurse. “Lt. Governor Stratton has consistently shown up for nurses and healthcare workers, not just with words, but with meaningful action. The Illinois Nurses Association is proud to endorse her because we know she will continue fighting for safer staffing, fair wages, and the resources we need to care for our communities.”

* Stratton was part of a larger slate of early INA endorsements released yesterday…

- Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton — U.S. Senate
- Sen. Robert Peters — U.S. House, Illinois’ 2nd District
- Karina Villa — Illinois Comptroller
- Rachel Ruttenberg — Illinois Senate District 09
- Adam Braun — Illinois House District 13
- Lynn LaPlante — Illinois House District 42
- Erin Chan Ding — Illinois House District 52
- Saba Haider — Illinois House District 84
- Wesam Shahed — Cook County Board, District 6

* GOP Senate candidate Don Tracy praised Sen. Dick Durbin for his vote to reopen the government…

“As a Republican, I am not a fan of Dick Durbin’s politics. But when someone gets it right, you have to give credit where it’s due. And on his vote to end the Democrat filibuster and reopen the government, Senator Durbin did the right thing.

“My extremist Democrat opponents, Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly, have condemned Senator Durbin for putting country over party. Their reaction speaks volumes about their true priorities.

“Americans were hurting. Federal workers were missing paychecks. Families were worried about food for their children. Yet, activists groups and the extremist-wing of the Democrat party demanded the government remain closed indefinitely for political ‘leverage,’ a position my likely Democrat opponents supported. Their condemnation of Durbin for standing with working families makes one thing clear: They answer left-wing extremists, not everyday Illinoisans.

“I’m running for Senate to bring common sense back to Washington, reduce the cost of living, and represent all of Illinois, not primarily political insiders or special interest groups.

“In 2026, Illinois deserves a senator who will prioritize their country over party power. On this vote, Senator Durbin set that example. As your next senator, I’ll uphold the standard of people over politics.”

* State Rep. La Shawn Ford picked up an endorsement in the 7th CD race…

Former U.S. Senator Roland Burris, the first African American elected to statewide office in Illinois, today announced his endorsement of State Representative La Shawn K. Ford for Congress in Illinois’ 7th Congressional District.

“La Shawn has earned the reputation as a champion for social justice, education equity, and economic opportunity from his years as a state legislator,” said Burris. “He is the ideal leader to succeed Danny Davis.”

* Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and City Clerk Anna Valencia are backing Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin for the same seat…

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and sitting Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia announced their support for Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin, noting her strong leadership style and ability to manage in times of crisis.

The two citywide electeds both worked closely with Conyears-Ervin in Chicago city government and their endorsements come just one week after her campaign announced the endorsement of six prominent leaders from across the 7th Congressional District. […]

““During the darkest days of the pandemic, Melissa was a steadfast and effective partner. She spearheaded the $100 million Small Business Resiliency Fund, and as chair of the Community Catalyst Fund she helped move city capital quickly to small businesses who needed it most, said Lightfoot. “That’s the results-driven leadership Melissa will bring to Congress and why I’m proud to support her.”

React from the Tribune’s Gregory Pratt…

Click here to read that Tribune story.

* In the 9th CD, Bushra Amiwala is pushing Morton Grove to formally reject ICE operations…

Bushra Amiwala, candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 9th district, will condemn immigration raids at a rally outside Morton Grove Village Hall on Wednesday evening.

The goal: urging the Village of Morton Grove to pass a strong resolution prohibiting ICE operations here. […]

Federal Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have abducted small business owners, store employees, landscapers and motorists in Morton Grove over the past few weeks. ICE operations in surrounding villages have drawn criticism for their brutal and unnecessary use of force.

Indivisible Skokie-Morton Grove-Lincolnwood is coordinating the event. Wednesday’s Morton Grove rally is just one in a nationwide movement to oppose the Trump administration’s abuses of power.

* US Rep. Chuy Garcia’s chief of staff Patty Garcia is set to officially launch her campaign this morning…

Democrat Patty Garcia Launches Campaign for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District

WHO:
Patty García, Democratic candidate for Congress (IL-04)
Congressman Chuy García
State Sen. Celia Villanueva
State Rep. Norma Hernandez
State Rep. Aaron Ortiz
Commissioner Alma Anaya
Labor and community leaders

WHAT:
Progressive Democratic candidate Patty García will be launching her campaign for Congress in IL-04, joined by endorsers and supporters.

…Adding… The SEIU Illinois State Council…

The SEIU Illinois State Council is proud to announce its endorsements for the 2026 primary election, reaffirming its commitment to support candidates who stand with working families by protecting the right to organize and fighting for economic, racial, and social justice. […]

SEIU Illinois State Council State, Municipal, and Federal Candidate Endorsements:

U.S. House of Representatives:

- Patty Garcia, 4th District

- Anthony Driver Jr., 7th District

- Daniel Biss, 9th District

* More…

* Evanston Roundtable | Former Republican candidate challenges Abughazaleh’s petitions for Congress: Chicago resident Max Rice, who ran as the Republican nominee against then-incumbent U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky in 2022, filed the objection against Abughazaleh. He also filed objections alongside two others against Max Solomon and James Mendrick, who are running for the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker.

* Press release | Melissa Bean statement on Senate government funding compromise: “Congressional Republicans continue to show that they do not believe health care should be affordable for all Americans. I believe it should — always have — and I was proud to vote for the Affordable Care Act. I remember its passage well: not a single Republican voted to make health care coverage better for everyone and more affordable for millions of families.

* Tribune | Senate candidate Raja Krishnamoorthi makes his pitch to Oak Park Democrats: Oak Park Democrats seemed impressed as they gave Krishnamoorthi a standing ovation at the end of his approximately 30 minute appearance that consisted of a version of his stump speech and time answering questions. “I liked his messaging, I thought it was very clear and he is very on top of the issues that matter to me and he understands the complexity of representing Democrats,” said Pat Baccerllieri, of Oak Park.

* Daily Herald | Ex-Lake County coroner Rudd to drop out of 10th Congressional District race: Democratic congressional candidate Thomas Rudd of Lake Forest is ending his campaign for the 10th District seat just two weeks after filing to run. Rudd — a former Lake County coroner who in 2018 pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor election law violation and was temporarily prohibited from running for office again — told the Daily Herald he intends to withdraw his name from ballot consideration because he didn’t gather enough signatures on his candidate petitions.