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Coverage dated May 6, 2025

Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi running for US Senate

Headline from ABC 7 Chicago

Illinois Democratic Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi says he will run for the U.S. Senate opening with Dick Durbin's decision to not seek reelection.

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  1. CNN

    Intense Illinois Senate primary set to take shape as Rep. Krishnamoorthi announces bid (opens CNN)

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    CNN's feed description

    The battle to replace Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin in Illinois is intensifying with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Wednesday jumping into a crowded primary that has divided key Democratic factions in the blue state.

  2. Fox News

    Illinois Rep. Krishnamoorthi jumps into crowded Democratic race for Senate (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi announces his Senate bid, emphasizing his opposition to President Donald Trump and commitment to working-class Americans.

  3. Washington Examiner

    Krishnamoorthi launches Illinois Senate run to succeed Durbin (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Washington Examiner's feed description

    Raja Krishnamoorthi starts his Senate campaign with significant fundraising, making him a strong contender in the Illinois race to succeed Dick Durbin.

  4. NBC News

    Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi launches Illinois Senate campaign, joining a growing field (opens NBC News)

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    NBC News's feed description

    Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi is launching a campaign for U.S. Senate in Illinois, jumping into a growing Democratic primary field for a coveted seat in the solidly blue state.

  5. ABC 7 Chicago

    Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi running for US Senate (opens ABC 7 Chicago)

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    ABC 7 Chicago's feed description

    Illinois Democratic Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi says he will run for the U.S. Senate opening with Dick Durbin's decision to not seek reelection.

  6. Roll Call

    Krishnamoorthi joins Illinois Senate race (opens Roll Call)

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    Roll Call's feed description

    Democratic Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois announced Wednesday morning that he is running for Senate in 2026.

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