U.S. House
The 435 voting members of the United States House of Representatives are elected from geographical districts. Members act as legislators in the House, which makes up the United States Congress along with the Senate. Representatives serve two-year terms.
Candidates
1st District
Jonathan L. Jackson
Incumbent Democrat“I am proud that I worked to secure voting rights, expand economic programs, and investigate child smuggling through letters to Homeland Security.”
Marcus Lewis
Republican“The 1st District has been invaded by these illegal aliens and they are allowed to receive monies and resources that should be going to the residents of the district, especially the Black Residents.”
Montelle L. Gaji
Republican“Voters in my district are fed up with the loss of resources (access to parks and community centers) and loss of property value due to tents and migrants on properties they own.”
2nd District
Robin Kelly
Incumbent DemocratDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
3rd District
Delia Ramirez
Incumbent Democrat“After a year serving in this role, it is more clear to me than ever why my voice is so badly needed in the halls of Congress.”
John Booras
Republican“I believe bipartisanship is more important now than ever before. We have to put people over politics in order to get the job done for the residents in my district.”
4th District
Jesus “Chuy” Garcia
Incumbent Democrat“There’s so much at stake and we need experienced and reliable candidates that can protect our democracy and deliver for our communities.”
Raymond A. Lopez
Democrat“I have proven I am willing to combat the social ills plaguing the communities I represent directly and decisively.”
5th District
Mike Quigley
Incumbent Democrat“As your representative, I have utilized my position on the Appropriations Committee to bring funding home to our community and ensure that our needs are prioritized in government funding.”
Tommy Hanson
Republican“As a real estate licensee, we work with all walks of life, all nationalities, all religious beliefs and all identities, to provide a positive outcome. That’s the way our government should be, but it isn’t.”
6th District
Sean Casten
Incumbent Democrat“Over my three terms in Congress, I’ve been reassured by the voters and my colleagues that my idealism is justified.”
Charles M. Hughes
Democrat“Charles Hughes, will focus on us — raise Social Security checks $500 more month for seniors. Increase federal funds to fight crime”
Mahnoor Ahmad
Democrat“The people in this district and our nation want a ceasefire. Our campaign is driven and funded to serve the people. When elected, I will fight for the people and put people first.”
Niki Conforti
RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
7th District
Danny K. Davis
Incumbent Democrat“Bipartisanship is very important and I have worked wisely and effectively on health, education, child welfare, and justice reform.”
Melissa Conyears-Ervin
Democrat“I want to help those most in need in my community, and the past several years have taught us all that the leaders we choose to serve us in public office matter a great deal.”
Kouri Marshall
Democrat“I am running because people in the 7th Congressional District are looking for a change. Residents are looking for greater return on their investments.”
Nikhil Bhatia
Democrat“The challenges we are facing today require swift action and our democracy needs bold reforms to survive.”
Kina Collins
Democrat“I’m running because the urgency of this moment, and the crises that we are facing demand urgency from our leaders.”
Chad Koppie
Republican“Bipartisanship is important, since I hope I can persuade many Democrats that abortion is murder.”
8th District
Raja Krishnamoorthi
Incumbent Democrat“In Congress, I have worked to help more Americans achieve and sustain the middle-class life that my family experienced.”
Mark Rice
Republican“It is past time for new leadership to replace current failed leaders with common sense solutions.”
9th District
Janice D. Schakowsky
Incumbent DemocratDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
10th District
Brad Schneider
Incumbent DemocratDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
Jim Carris
Incumbent RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
11th District
Bill Foster
Incumbent Democrat“I am the only PhD physicist in Congress, and I bring with me a wealth of experience gained from a career that required prioritizing research and scientific evidence to draw conclusions and make recommendations.”
Qasim Rashid
Democrat“After becoming a human rights lawyer, I've spent the last nearly 15 years working with those same low income communities to advance economic, social, and climate justice.”
Susan Hathaway-Altman
Republican“I see the American Dream fading away under this current administration. And my true determination, grit, experience and skills, are needed in Congress.”
Jerry Evans
RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
O Kent Mercado
Republican“I have talked to thousands of people who want to focus on kitchen table issues and not polarizing ones.”
12th District
Darren Bailey
RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
Mike Bost
Incumbent RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
Preston Gabriel Nelson
DemocratDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
Brian Roberts
DemocratDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
13th District
Nikki Budzinski
Incumbent Democrat“I will help working families get on their feet, get back to work, and get the type of good-paying middle-class jobs that used to be available to communities all over Downstate but are harder and harder to come by every year.”
Joshua Loyd
Republican“I have a broad worldview, having visited numerous nations on almost all continents. I also understand the military, the military machine, and the US position in international affairs as I am former military.”
Thomas Clatterbuck
RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
14th District
Lauren Underwood
Incumbent Democrat“I am running to continue to bring resources to families across northern Illinois and ensure our shared values are reflected in Washington DC.”
James T. “Jim” Marter
Republican“In Congress, I will fight for your God-given rights and be relentless at cutting the size and scope of the federal government.”
Charlie Kim
Republican“I have experience working within the government to solve our nation's problems. I have credibility, working in international relations and law.”
15th District
Mary E. Miller
Incumbent RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
16th District
Darin LaHood
Incumbent RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
17th District
Eric Sorensen
Incumbent Democrat“I am running for re-election to continue to be a trusted voice for my neighbors on the issues that impact their everyday lives.”
Scott Alan Crowl
RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
Joe McGraw
RepublicanDid not participate in the 2024 voter guide.
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