Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for Illinois' U.S. Senate seat, becoming the party's nominee.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton has won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, securing the party’s nomination in a key battleground state. Her victory positions her as the Democratic candidate in the general election, where she will challenge incumbent Senator Tammy Duckworth or a Republican opponent. Stratton, who has served as lieutenant governor since 2019, campaigned on progressive policies focused on healthcare, economic equity, and criminal justice reform. The outcome will impact the Senate’s balance of power.