Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2024

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Illinois' 9th Congressional District
Democratic primary Republican primary General election
Election details
Filing deadline: December 4, 2023
Primary: March 19, 2024 General: November 5, 2024
How to vote
Poll times: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voting in Illinois
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Democratic DDHQ and The Hill: Safe Democratic Inside Elections: Solid Democratic Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Democratic
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All U.S. House districts, including the 9th Congressional District of Illinois, held elections in 2024. The general election was November 5, 2024. The primary was March 19, 2024. The filing deadline was December 4, 2023. The outcome of this race affected the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 119th Congress. All 435 House districts were up for election.

At the time of the election, Republicans held a 220-212 majority with three vacancies. As a result of the election, Republicans retained control of the U.S. House, winning 220 seats to Democrats' 215. To read more about the 2024 U.S. House elections, click here.

In the 2022 election in this district, the Democratic candidate won 71.7%-28.3%. Daily Kos calculated what the results of the 2020 presidential election in this district would have been following redistricting. Joe Biden (D) would have defeated Donald Trump (R) 69.9%-28.4%.

For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

• Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 19 Democratic primary)
• Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 19 Republican primary)

Candidates and election results

General election

General election for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky defeated Seth Alan Cohen in the general election for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky (D)	68.4	231,722
		Seth Alan Cohen (R)	31.6	107,106

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 338,828
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on March 19, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky	100.0	75,106

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Michael Donahue (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

No candidate advanced from the primary.

		Candidate	%	Votes
	Submit photo	Michael Walters (Write-in)	100.0	57

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Vote totals may be incomplete for this race.
	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 57
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Candidate profiles

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Seth Alan Cohen

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I grew up in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, in a single-parent household with my twin sister. At 19, I joined the United States Marine Corps and served as a radio operator with the 2d Tank Battalion in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. After being honorably discharged from active duty at the end of my four-year contract, I enrolled at the University of Chicago to begin my undergraduate studies. While in school, I co-founded a 501(c)(3) non-profit to help student veterans obtain jobs and become professionally developed. I graduated in June 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a minor in History, and immediately began my post-graduate studies as an MBA candidate at The Chicago Booth School of Business. I married Kaley Baker in September 2021, and we have a daughter who was born on Valentine's Day 2024. We are practicing Orthodox Jews and live together in the U.S. 9th Congressional District of Illinois."

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Key Messages

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Inflation acts as a hidden tax on Americans, driven solely by excess spending by the U.S. government. Addressing and mitigating this issue is entirely possible through mature and moral decision-making by the U.S. Congress. Today, our children face barriers to homeownership due to high interest rates, are spending significantly more on groceries, and are losing their jobs. We can overcome these challenges if we unite and elect leaders who prioritize the future of our children and grandchildren

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Immigration is a vital part of the American experience and essential to the nation's continued prosperity. However, illegal immigration harms working-class Americans by driving down wages, is unfair to those who have waited for years to immigrate legally, and threatens the safety and security of our communities. It is also crucial to uphold the sanctity of providing refuge to true asylum seekers who genuinely need protection. The U.S. Congress and the President must collaborate to ensure that economic migrants enter the nation through legal channels, maintaining fairness and protecting all Americans

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Israel is a crucial ally in the fight against terrorism abroad, and Jewish Americans deserve to live without fear in the U.S. Israel's fight is a moral battle against Hamas, a terrorist organization with archaic and barbaric values. As the sole democracy in the region and a beacon of economic strength, Israel needs our support to combat terrorism and free Palestinians and its citizens from oppression. Furthermore, Israel is our main ally against Iran and regional terrorist groups. Thus, maintaining our strong relationship is vital to protecting both nations from terrorism. Lastly, the government must do more to combat rising antisemitism in America. Jewish Americans, like all Americans, deserve to live daily without fear.

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Illinois District 9 in 2024.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Illinois

Election information in Illinois: Nov. 5, 2024, election.

What was the voter registration deadline?

• In-person: Nov. 5, 2024
• By mail: Postmarked by Oct. 8, 2024
• Online: Oct. 20, 2024

Was absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

Yes

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

• In-person: Nov. 4, 2024
• By mail: Received by Oct. 31, 2024
• Online: Oct. 31, 2024

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

• In-person: Nov. 5, 2024
• By mail: Postmarked by Nov. 5, 2024

Was early voting available to all voters?

Yes

What were the early voting start and end dates?

Sep. 26, 2024 to Nov. 4, 2024

Were all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, was a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When were polls open on Election Day?

6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (CST)

Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

Inflation acts as a hidden tax on Americans, driven solely by excess spending by the U.S. government. Addressing and mitigating this issue is entirely possible through mature and moral decision-making by the U.S. Congress. Today, our children face barriers to homeownership due to high interest rates, are spending significantly more on groceries, and are losing their jobs. We can overcome these challenges if we unite and elect leaders who prioritize the future of our children and grandchildren

Immigration is a vital part of the American experience and essential to the nation's continued prosperity. However, illegal immigration harms working-class Americans by driving down wages, is unfair to those who have waited for years to immigrate legally, and threatens the safety and security of our communities. It is also crucial to uphold the sanctity of providing refuge to true asylum seekers who genuinely need protection. The U.S. Congress and the President must collaborate to ensure that economic migrants enter the nation through legal channels, maintaining fairness and protecting all Americans

Israel is a crucial ally in the fight against terrorism abroad, and Jewish Americans deserve to live without fear in the U.S. Israel's fight is a moral battle against Hamas, a terrorist organization with archaic and barbaric values. As the sole democracy in the region and a beacon of economic strength, Israel needs our support to combat terrorism and free Palestinians and its citizens from oppression. Furthermore, Israel is our main ally against Iran and regional terrorist groups. Thus, maintaining our strong relationship is vital to protecting both nations from terrorism. Lastly, the government must do more to combat rising antisemitism in America. Jewish Americans, like all Americans, deserve to live daily without fear.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

I am passionate about economics, particularly fiscal policy, labor policy, and urban and regional development. Additionally, I am deeply interested in security and national defense, as well as social policy areas including health, education, and social welfare

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

I look up to the soldiers, Marines, and sailors who gave their lives for their country during World War II. United, they banished tyranny

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

The Declaration of Independence.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

Honor, integrity, service, and intelligence.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

I possess many qualities that I believe would make me a successful officeholder, including intellect, honor, courage, a service-oriented mindset, and determination. However, what truly differentiates me from others is my lack of desire for fame or power. I am not driven by the prestige or authority that comes with being a congressman. Instead, I am motivated by the impact I can have on my community and my commitment to bettering the lives of hundreds of thousands of individuals.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

The core responsibilities of someone elected to office include upholding their principles with integrity, actively engaging with constituents, addressing challenging policy issues to ensure just outcomes, and maintaining a commitment to ethical behavior, avoiding corruption at all costs.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

A better nation for my children.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

My very first job was in the meat department at the Buffalo Grove Marianos. I was hired during the stores opening and worked there until I left for the Marine Corps.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

This is not my favorite book, but I believe the most important book ever written is 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell. Through the use of fiction, Orwell masterfully illuminates the corrupting and destructive nature of totalitarianism, demonstrating how the ideals of socialism result in authoritarian control.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

No. The U.S. Constitution is very clear on the requirements to serve in each elected position. Prior government experience is not one of them.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

The deplorable state of education in America is not only a grievous injustice inflicted on our children but also a severe national security and economic challenge. Despite having the resources to create the most educated population in world history, we have failed to do so. Various factors contribute to this crisis, including the role of teachers' unions, political parties, the weaponization of schools by government officials, and the unequal system that traps children in failing school districts based on their household income and zip code. Ultimately, this is a crime perpetrated by adults against children, robbing them of their future.

This educational failure has profound economic and national security consequences. How can individuals be civically engaged if they cannot read, think critically, or possess a well-rounded knowledge of the world? Why would companies offer higher wages to those who lack basic skills taught in primary education? The result of this negligence will be a weak and impoverished nation.

We must prioritize the future of our children and grandchildren above all else. Mastery of math, reading, writing, and critical thinking are essential competencies that must be achieved before graduating from high school. Our current education system is failing our future, and immediate action is required to reverse this course and ensure a prosperous and secure America.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

No, I believe that representatives should serve three-year terms. This duration, which is half the term of a U.S. Senator, would provide representatives with more time to govern effectively rather than immediately focusing on their next campaign after winning the last election.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

I support term limits. In theory, term limits might seem redundant because voters can choose their officials every election cycle. However, in practice, due to factors like gerrymandering, the power of incumbents, and the significant role of campaign funding, the idea that voters can freely choose their representatives is demonstrably false. Term limits are essential to the continued prosperity of the United States.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

U.S. Congressman Trey Gowdy (SC-4) is a patriot and true American statesman. He is one of the few members of government who genuinely cares about our country rather than pursuing selfish ends. I strive to emulate the character, intellect, and courage of the gentleman from South Carolina.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

Yes, I do. While some policies may not be suited for compromise, overall, compromise tends to achieve more progress. A 50% success rate is better than 0%, allowing for meaningful advancements even if not all goals are fully met.

What committees interest you?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

House Armed Services Committee, House Judiciary Committee, and the House Financial Services Committee.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Seth Alan Cohen (R)

I believe the government should be completely transparent unless true national security is at stake, and individuals in the government need to be hold accountable for their failures.

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Jan Schakowsky	Democratic Party	$1,557,668	$1,610,399	$847,974	As of December 31, 2024
Seth Alan Cohen	Republican Party	$12,109	$7,900	$4,713	As of December 31, 2024
Michael Walters	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2024. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. *** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2024
Race tracker	Race ratings
	November 5, 2024	October 29, 2024	October 22, 2024	October 15, 2024
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Illinois in the 2024 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Illinois, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2024
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Illinois	U.S. House	Democratic	685	N/A	12/4/2023	Source
Illinois	U.S. House	Republican	536	N/A	12/4/2023	Source
Illinois	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	12,188	N/A	6/24/2024	Source

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2024 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below was the map in use at the time of the election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2024

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Illinois.

Illinois U.S. House competitiveness, 2014-2024
Year	Districts/ offices	Seats	Open seats	Candidates	Possible primaries	Contested Democratic primaries	Contested Republican primaries	% of contested primaries	Incumbents in contested primaries	% of incumbents in contested primaries
2024	17	17	0	46	34	5	6	32.4%	5	29.4%
2022	17	17	4	95	34	8	11	55.9%	7	46.7%
2020	18	18	1	73	36	13	8	58.3%	10	58.8%
2018	18	18	1	79	36	12	8	55.6%	7	41.2%
2016	18	18	1	49	36	8	6	38.9%	7	41.2%
2014	18	18	0	50	36	4	5	25.0%	3	16.7%

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Illinois in 2024. Information below was calculated on 2/16/2024, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time. </noinclude>

Forty-nine candidates filed to run for Illinois' 17 U.S. House districts, including 24 Democrats and 25 Republicans. That's 2.59 candidates per district. In 2022, the first election after the number of Congressional districts in Illinois decreased from 18 to 17, 5.59 candidates filed per district.

In 2020, when the state still had 18 Congressional districts, 4.1 candidates ran. In 2018, 4.4 candidates did.

The number of total candidates who ran for the U.S. House in 2024 was the fewest since at least 2014.

All incumbents ran for re-election this year, meaning no seats were open for the first time since 2014. In 2022, four seats were open, and one seat was open in 2020, 2028, and 2016.

Six candidates—five Democrats and one Republican—ran in the 7th district, including incumbent Danny K. Davis (D). That was the most candidates who ran for a single district in 2024.

Eleven primaries were contested in 2024—five Democratic and six Republican. That was the fewest contested primaries since 2014, when nine were.

Five incumbents faced primary challengers—four Democrats and one Republican. That was also the fewest since 2014, when three incumbents faced primary challengers.

The 4th District was guaranteed to Democrats because no Republican candidates filed. The 15th and Illinois' 16th Congressional District were guaranteed to Republicans because no Democrats filed.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2024 elections, based on results from the 2020 and 2016 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district was D+19. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 19 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made Illinois' 9th the 69th most Democratic district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2020 presidential election would have been in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by Daily Kos.

2020 presidential results in Illinois' 9th based on 2024 district lines
Joe Biden	Donald Trump
69.9%	28.4%

Inside Elections Baselines

See also: Inside Elections

Inside Elections' Baseline is a figure that analyzes all federal and statewide election results from the district over the past four election cycles. The results are combined in an index estimating the strength of a typical Democratic or Republican candidate in the congressional district. The table below displays the Baseline data for this district.

Inside Elections Baseline for 2024
Democratic Baseline	Republican Baseline	Difference
69.2	28.2	D+41.0

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Illinois, 2020

Illinois presidential election results (1900-2020)

• 16 Democratic wins
• 15 Republican wins

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020
Winning Party	R	R	R	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also: Party control of Illinois state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Illinois' congressional delegation as of May 2024.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Illinois
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	14	16
Republican	0	3	3
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	17	19

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Illinois' top four state executive offices as of May 2024.

State executive officials in Illinois, May 2024
Office	Officeholder
Governor	J.B. Pritzker
Lieutenant Governor	Juliana Stratton
Secretary of State	Alexi Giannoulias
Attorney General	Kwame Raoul

State legislature

Illinois State Senate

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	40
	Republican Party	19
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		59

Illinois House of Representatives

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	78
	Republican Party	40
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		118

Trifecta control

The table below shows the state's trifecta status from 1992 until the 2024 election.

Illinois Party Control: 1992-2024
Eighteen years of Democratic trifectas  •  Two years of Republican trifectas
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Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
Governor	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D
Senate	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
House	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2018.

2022

See also: Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky defeated Max Rice in the general election for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky (D)	71.7	179,615
		Max Rice (R)	28.3	70,915

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 250,530
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky	100.0	76,956

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Andrew Heldut (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Max Rice advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Max Rice	100.0	22,751

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,751
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Bradley Martin (R)
• John Elleson (R)

2020

See also: Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky defeated Sargis Sangari in the general election for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky (D)	71.0	262,045
		Sargis Sangari (R)	29.0	107,125

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 369,170
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky defeated Andrew Heldut (Unofficially withdrew) in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on March 17, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky	99.7	127,467
		Andrew Heldut (Unofficially withdrew) (Write-in)	0.3	355

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 127,822
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Sargis Sangari defeated Richard Mayers in the Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on March 17, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sargis Sangari	100.0	11,808
	Submit photo	Richard Mayers (Write-in)	0.0	1

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,809
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Michael Sollich (R)

2018

See also: Illinois' 9th Congressional District election, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky defeated John Elleson in the general election for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky (D)	73.5	213,368
		John Elleson (R)	26.5	76,983

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 290,351 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

Incumbent Jan Schakowsky advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on March 20, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jan Schakowsky	100.0	108,417

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 108,417
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9

John Elleson defeated Sargis Sangari, D. Vincent Thomas Jr., and Max Rice in the Republican primary for U.S. House Illinois District 9 on March 20, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		John Elleson	40.4	10,476
		Sargis Sangari	30.7	7,954
		D. Vincent Thomas Jr.	18.8	4,886
		Max Rice	10.2	2,634

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 25,950
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Footnotes

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Illinois' current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

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Dick Durbin (D)

Representatives

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Jonathan Jackson (D)

District 2

Robin Kelly (D)

District 3

Delia Ramirez (D)

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Jesus Garcia (D)

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Mike Quigley (D)

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Sean Casten (D)

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Danny Davis (D)

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Raja Krishnamoorthi (D)

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Jan Schakowsky (D)

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Brad Schneider (D)

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Bill Foster (D)

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Mike Bost (R)

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Nikki Budzinski (D)

District 14

Lauren Underwood (D)

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Mary Miller (R)

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Darin LaHood (R)

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Eric Sorensen (D)

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