Jessica Vasquez
Jessica Vasquez (Democratic Party) is a member of the Cook County Board of Commissioners in Illinois, representing District 8. Vasquez assumed office on May 4, 2025. Vasquez's current term ends on December 7, 2026.
Vasquez (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the Cook County Board of Commissioners to represent District 8 in Illinois. Vasquez declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on March 17, 2026.[source]
Elections
2026
See also: Municipal elections in Cook County, Illinois (2026)
General election
The primary will occur on March 17, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Cook County Board of Commissioners District 8
Incumbent Jessica Vasquez (D) and Nicholas Cade (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Cook County Board of Commissioners District 8 on March 17, 2026.
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Libertarian Party primary
Libertarian primary for Cook County Board of Commissioners District 8
Christopher Laurent (L) is running in the Libertarian Party primary for Cook County Board of Commissioners District 8 on March 17, 2026.
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2026
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2026 Elections
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