Justin Ford, a 46-year-old engineer, and Kat Abughazaleh, a 26-year-old internet personality, are vying for the Democratic nomination. Ford's campaign prioritizes a four-day workweek, affordable housing, Social Security, and climate change. Abughazaleh's campaign platform details are less prominent in the article.
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, the incumbent, will announce her reelection plans on Monday. She's served 14 terms and hasn't faced strong opposition previously.
Rocio Cleveland, from Island Lake, is the sole Republican candidate who has filed a statement of organization with the FEC, though she hasn't made a public announcement. Another Democrat, David Abrevaya, has also submitted a candidate statement to the FEC but lacks a public campaign.