Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary, set to become Illinois’ second Black woman senator

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton has won the Democratic Senate primary in Illinois. This victory puts her on track to become the state's second Black woman senator. Stratton's win was a close one, with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi as the front-runner and Rep. Robin Kelly coming in third. Stratton will now face Don Tracy, former Illinois Republican Party chair, in the general election in November. Further details about the primary and Stratton's campaign are available from the source, including her comments on the victory and her plans moving forward.