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New Illinois Congressional Candidates Step Up as Veterans Retire
Original: New Illinois congressional candidates make cases as veterans leave
A new group of congressional candidates in Illinois is making their case to voters as several incumbent veterans of the state's congressional delegation step away from office. Their departures open up competitive seats ahead of the next election cycle, drawing fresh contenders eager to fill the vacancies and reshaping the state's political landscape.
Why now: Open congressional seats in Illinois are drawing new candidates, prompting attention to how the races will shape the state's delegation.
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