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flag Rick Heidner, a Republican real estate developer, is running against Gov. JB Pritzker in Illinois’ 2026 gubernatorial race, advocating fiscal responsibility and economic reform.

flag Rick Heidner, a Barrington Hills real estate developer and video gambling entrepreneur, is a Republican candidate in the 2026 Illinois gubernatorial race, aiming to unseat Democratic Governor JB Pritzker. flag He positions himself as a "Trump Republican," advocating for stronger federal-state ties, expanding the tax base without tax hikes, school vouchers, and higher energy rates for data centers—a policy aligned with Pritzker. flag Heidner faces scrutiny over past donations to Democratic officials, which he describes as personal favors or pragmatic gestures, calling a $2,500 contribution to former State’s Attorney Kim Foxx a mistake. flag He denies seeking favors and emphasizes fiscal responsibility, public safety, and economic reform, citing the departure of billionaire Ken Griffin and 1,100 jobs as evidence of Illinois’ business climate decline. flag He is one of four Republicans vying for the party’s nomination in the March 17 primary.

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