Chicago mayoral candidates running for two offices at once drives a wedge in 2027 race
- Posted on September 22, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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A legal challenge has emerged in Chicago's 2027 mayoral race, with candidate William J. Quinlan challenging the legitimacy of opponents who are simultaneously campaigning for the city's top office while seeking reelection to their current positions. The lawsuit names U.S. Representative Mike Quigley, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, and former state treasurer Alexi Giannoulias, questioning whether candidates can ethically and legally pursue dual electoral objectives during the same election cycle.
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