GovernorActiveNov 3, 2026
Governor
Safe D
DB
Darren Lee BaileyR34%vsJP
Jay Robert "JB" PritzkerD54.3%Illinois is a solidly Democratic state (voted D in last three presidential cycles). Pritzker leads Darren Bailey 54.3% to 34% in head-to-head polling. The race reflects broader national tensions over crime, taxation, immigration enforcement, and Trump administration policies, making it a bellwether for Democratic governor strength in blue states.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026