Pritzker donates $5M to super PAC aiding Juliana Stratton’s campaign

February 3, 2026, 2:35 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — Illinois Governor JB Pritzker donates $5 million to super PAC supporting his lieutenant governor’s Senate campaign.

Key Facts:

  • Pritzker’s donation to Illinois Future PAC aims to boost Juliana Stratton’s chances in the Democratic primary for an open Senate seat.
  • Contributions from Pritzker and family members made up most of the super PAC’s $6.3 million raised last year.
  • Primary elections for the Senate race are set for March 17.

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    Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions at the Illinois Capitol during the legislative session in Springfield, Oct. 30, 2025.

    Further Details:

  • Stratton, along with Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly, took part in a debate in late January.
  • Krishnamoorthi remains undecided on supporting Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer if elected.
  • Kelly’s support for Schumer depends on who runs against him.
  • Stratton firmly rejects supporting Schumer as Senate leader.

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    Democratic U.S. Senate primary contenders U.S. Reps. Robin Kelly and Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton take the stage for a debate on Jan. 26, 2026, at the University of Chicago.

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