Krishnamoorthi kicks of campaign with endorsement, vow to fight Trump administration — WGN Evening News
The primary election for Sen. Dick Durbin's successor isn't until next year, but the race is already heating up with Krishnamoorthi so far facing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Robin Kelly. No Republicans have yet entered the race. https://wgntv.com/news/illinois/u-s-rep-raja-krishnamoorthi-announces-senate-bid/
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