Illinois Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker announced on Friday he is endorsing his Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate.

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton is making a move for higher office. On Thursday, she announced her bid for the U.S. Senate, just one day after longtime Senator Dick Durbin—who has held the seat for nearly three decades—revealed he won’t seek reelection in 2026.

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton has announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate, with a focus on protecting the values of the middle class and moving the country forward.