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Melissa Bean, a moderate ex-congresswoman, just won a Chicago-area primary amid Illinois’ pro-Israel political shakeup.

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Illinois Primaries Highlight Tech Cash

On March 17, 2026, Illinois held Democratic primaries marked by heavy spending from cryptocurrency and AI industries aiming to influence regulation. Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, backed by Gov. JB Pritzker, won the Senate nomination amid intense fundraising and political maneuvering. Crypto and AI super PACs spent nearly $20 million across multiple races, with mixed success in supporting candidates favoring lighter regulation.

AIPAC Faces Setback in Illinois Primaries

In Illinois' recent Democratic primaries, AIPAC-backed candidates experienced mixed results amid growing public skepticism. Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, a critic of AIPAC, won the district seat, highlighting shifting attitudes toward the influential pro-Israel lobby. The primaries reflect broader debates within the Democratic Party about Israel policy and political influence.

Israel Faces Renewed Hezbollah Attacks

Israel is experiencing intensified missile attacks from Hezbollah in Lebanon, despite claims of weakened forces after last year's conflict. Civilians are living in bomb shelters amid ongoing sirens and destruction, with public support for the war against Iran remaining high amid fatigue and concern over safety.