Illinois 4th district race: Rivals hit Patty García over ballot moves in race to succeed Chuy García
- Posted on September 30, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
In the competitive Illinois 4th congressional district race, three Democratic challengers have launched coordinated attacks against Patty García, accusing her of employing controversial ballot tactics with support from outgoing Representative Chuy García to consolidate the field and secure an uncontested path to the nomination. The allegations highlight growing tensions within Chicago's Democratic establishment as multiple candidates vie for the seat left vacant by García's departure.
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Illinois 4th district race: Rivals hit Patty García over ballot moves in race to succeed Chuy García
At the first opportunity, the three challengers went after Patty García for what they argued was an effort by her and her closest political allies, including the outgoing congressman, to clear the field and hand her Illinois’ 4th …
