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4mo ago

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss Enters Race for Illinois’s 9th Congressional District

Biss joins a competitive Democratic primary to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky, highlighting his progressive record and commitment to fighting for change.

Evanston leaders had mixed opinions on Mayor Daniel Biss' announcement he would run for Congress, but one said the city would get along fine. Biss is shown on Sept. 11, 2024 at Firefighter's Park in Evanston. (Karie Angell Luc/for Pioneer Press)
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Overview

  • Daniel Biss, a two-term mayor and former state legislator, announced his campaign to replace retiring Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky in Illinois’s 9th District.
  • The Democratic primary field also includes social media influencer Kat Abughazaleh, State Senator Laura Fine, and environmental health professional Justin Ford.
  • Biss emphasized his progressive achievements, including a housing reparations plan and a Healthy Buildings ordinance enacted as Evanston mayor.
  • He framed his campaign as a fight for real solutions to pressing issues, citing his experience standing up for LGBTQ+ rights, abortion access, and environmental protections.
  • The primary, set for March 2026, is expected to determine the district's next representative in this solidly Democratic stronghold.