Primary could reshape Illinois politics ‘for decades to come'
MSNBC·2026-03-17 19:35

Tonight, Illinois voters could ushe in a new generation and reshape their state's political leadership. Five of the state's 17 House seats are vacant and up for grabs. The most vacancies Illinois has had in nearly 80 years.There's also Dick Durbin's Senate seat. He's retiring, which means it is open for the first time in 30 years. Joining us Chicago Sun-Times special correspondent Lynn Sweet.Lynn, always good to have you. Pretty momentous that there are so many open seats. What is what are the prospects for ...

Primary could reshape Illinois politics ‘for decades to come' - Reportify