Sean Brown (Illinois)
Sean Brown (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Illinois. He is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026.[source]
Brown completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Sean Brown earned a high school diploma from Bogan Computer Technical High School, a bachelor's degree from the University of Dubuque in 2006, and a law degree from the Mississippi College School of Law in 2012. His career experience includes working as an attorney.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: United States Senate election in 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.
General election for U.S. Senate Illinois
Austin Mink (Independent), Tyrone Muhammad (Independent), and Anthony Smith (Independent) are running in the general election for U.S. Senate Illinois on November 3, 2026.
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 | Austin Mink (Independent)  | |
 | Tyrone Muhammad (Independent) | |
| Anthony Smith (Independent) | ||
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Democratic primary
Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Illinois
The following candidates are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Illinois on March 17, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Steve Botsford Jr. | |
 | Sean Brown | |
 | Awisi Bustos | |
 | Jonathan Dean | |
 | Robin Kelly | |
 | Raja Krishnamoorthi | |
 | Bryan Maxwell | |
 | Kevin Ryan | |
 | Juliana Stratton | |
 | Christopher Swann | |
 | Adam Delgado (Write-in) | |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Dick Durbin (D)
- Stanley Leavell (D)
- Robert Palmer (D)
- Adair Rodriquez (D)
- Jump Shepherd (D)
- Anthony Williams (D)
Republican primary
Republican primary for U.S. Senate Illinois
The following candidates are running in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Illinois on March 17, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | R. Cary Capparelli | |
 | Casey Chlebek | |
 | Jeannie Evans | |
 | Pamela Denise Long | |
 | Jimmy Lee Tillman II | |
 | Don Tracy | |
 | Max Rice (Write-in) | |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Panagioti Bartzis (R)
- Doug Bennett (R)
- CaSándra Claiborne (R)
- John Goodman (R)
- Lloyd Jones (R)
- Januario Ortega (R)
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Sean Brown completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Brown's responses.
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I am a husband and proud father of two daughters, and my faith strongly informs my belief in dignity, fairness, and service to others. I am running because too many people are being left behind by rising healthcare costs, an outdated immigration system, and political gridlock that favors powerful interests over everyday people.
My campaign focuses on making healthcare affordable and accessible, strengthening public safety while protecting civil liberties, expanding educational opportunity, and restoring balance and accountability in government. I believe government should work for people who play by the rules, work hard, and simply want a fair shot. My goal is to bring common-sense leadership, constitutional values, and a commitment to results to the U.S. Senate.- Healthcare That Works for Working Families. Healthcare should be affordable, accessible, and centered on patients—not insurance companies. I am fighting for Universal Care Plus, a fully government-funded healthcare system that lowers costs, expands access to care, and includes mental health services. Rising healthcare expenses hurt families, suppress wages, and burden small businesses. By investing in preventive care and eliminating out-of-pocket barriers, we can improve health outcomes while strengthening our economy. Healthcare is not just a moral issue—it is an economic necessity.
- Restoring Balance, Accountability, and the Rule of Law. Our democracy depends on checks and balances, transparency, and respect for the Constitution. I am running to restore accountability in government by reasserting Congress’s role in major decisions on war powers, trade, and executive authority. No president should govern by decree. Americans deserve leadership that respects the rule of law, protects civil liberties, and makes decisions through open debate and democratic processes.
- Practical Solutions Rooted in Opportunity and Dignity. I believe government should work for people who work hard and play by the rules. That means a humane and functional immigration system, safe communities that respect privacy and civil rights, affordable education, and economic policies that expand opportunity. My approach is practical, not ideological—focused on solutions that strengthen families, grow the workforce, and give every child a fair chance to succeed.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on February 5, 2026
