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.”

2nd District

Did not participate

Robin Kelly

Incumbent Democrat

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

Ashley Ramos

Republican

“We need to help fix the issues plaguing our current residents in need.”

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.”

Did not participate

Lupe Castillo

Republican

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

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.”

Did not participate

Niki Conforti

Republican

Did 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.

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

Did not participate

Janice D. Schakowsky

Incumbent Democrat

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

Seth Alan Cohen

Republican

The current political climate, dominated by progressive ideals, has undermined the principles that made our country strong.

10th District

Brad Schneider

Incumbent Democrat
Did not participate

Jim Carris

Incumbent Republican

Did 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.”

Did not participate

Jerry Evans

Republican

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

12th District

Did not participate

Mike Bost

Incumbent Republican

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

Did not participate

Brian Roberts

Democrat

Did 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.”

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.”

15th District

Did not participate

Mary E. Miller

Incumbent Republican

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

16th District

Did not participate

Darin LaHood

Incumbent Republican

Did 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.”

Did not participate

Joe McGraw

Republican

Did not participate in the 2024 voter guide.

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