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Springfield officials endorse Krishnamoorthi for Senate
The endorsements mark the latest addition to a series of local coalitions backing Krishnamoorthi across Illinois, following recent support from leaders in Rockford and the Quad Cities.
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Staff Reporter - Thu, 23, Oct 2025
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A coalition of Springfield-area elected officials has endorsed Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi in his bid for the U.S. Senate, praising his leadership and record of delivering for working families.
The endorsements mark the latest addition to a series of local coalitions backing Krishnamoorthi across Illinois, following recent support from leaders in Rockford and the Quad Cities.
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“Springfield is the heartbeat of Illinois — not only the center of our state government, but a driving force behind everything that makes Illinois great,” Krishnamoorthi said.
“I’m honored to have earned the endorsement of Sangamon County leaders who understand what it takes to serve and uplift their communities. As a son of downstate, I know firsthand what Central Illinois families are up against and I’m ready to be their voice in the U.S. Senate,” he added.
Sangamon County Board Member Marc Ayers praised Krishnamoorthi’s record on animal welfare, pointing to his leadership on the Animal Welfare Enforcement Improvement Act. “Raja’s commitment to animal welfare isn’t just talk — it’s action. His leadership tackles the issue at its core by stopping the USDA from licensing individuals with a record of cruelty,” Ayers said.
Fellow Board Member Kevin McGuire highlighted Krishnamoorthi’s connection to Central Illinois. “There’s a level of trust you have in someone who knows your community firsthand — who’s walked the same streets, shopped in the same stores, and felt the same struggles,” McGuire said. “Raja understands what’s at stake for Sangamon County families, and he has the proven record to show he can deliver.”
Chatham Village Trustee Kristen Chiaro said Krishnamoorthi embodies Illinois values of honesty, responsibility, and hard work. “He knows how to build coalitions, work across the aisle, and most importantly, get things done,” she said.
Capital Township Trustee Kari Gardiner also praised Krishnamoorthi’s effectiveness in Washington. “Raja knows how Washington works — but more importantly, he knows how to make it work for regular people,” she said. “He has the experience and the relationships to actually move the needle. That’s what sets him apart.”
These Springfield-area leaders join a growing list of Central Illinois supporters, including Peoria Councilman Andre Allen and West Peoria Mayor Jimmy Dillon Sr.
Krishnamoorthi’s latest endorsements come amid an increasingly competitive race for the Democratic nomination to succeed retiring Senator Dick Durbin, who announced earlier this year that he would not seek re-election after nearly three decades in the Senate.
The Illinois contest is expected to be one of the most closely watched Democratic primaries of 2026.
The Schaumburg congressman enters the race with a strong financial advantage and a well-organized statewide operation. According to campaign finance filings, Krishnamoorthi raised more than $3 million in a recent quarter and reported roughly $18 million cash on hand by the end of September.
His campaign has spent heavily on television ads since the summer, averaging over $450,000 a week — underscoring his intent to reach voters beyond his suburban Chicago base.
His growing network of endorsements includes mayors and local officials from across Illinois, reflecting what his campaign describes as “broad and diverse support” from both urban and rural communities. Campaign manager Brexton Isaacs said the Springfield coalition “demonstrates how Raja’s message is resonating statewide.”
Krishnamoorthi faces a crowded Democratic field that includes Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, who has secured the backing of Governor J.B. Pritzker and other prominent Democrats. The primary is expected to test both establishment influence and grassroots outreach within the party.
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