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flag Illinois Gov. Pritzker's $5M donation helped Lt. Gov. Stratton defeat CBC-backed Rep. Kelly, sparking backlash over donor influence and threatening Pritzker’s 2028 prospects.

flag Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is facing backlash from the Congressional Black Caucus after using his personal wealth to support Lt. Gov. flag Juliana Stratton’s successful bid for the state’s U.S. Senate seat, defeating Rep. Robin Kelly, a CBC-endorsed candidate. flag The $5 million donation and strong campaign backing drew criticism over the influence of wealthy donors in Democratic primaries and concerns about sidelining the caucus’s preferred candidate. flag CBC leaders warn Pritzker’s 2028 presidential ambitions could be jeopardized unless he addresses the rift, emphasizing the group’s political weight and the need for outreach.

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