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House Democrats Reclaim 104th District With Mary Catherine Roberson’s Victory Over Republican Incumbent

November 5, 2026

Strategic Investment and a Strong Democratic Candidate Deliver Major Victory as House Democrats Expand Historic Supermajority CHICAGO, IL — Democrats for the Illinois House (DIH) is celebrating another significant victory in the 2026 General Election as Democratic challenger Mary Catherine…

House Democrats Secure Fifth Seat Flip with George McClellan’s Victory in 114TH District

November 5, 2026

Strategic Polling, Targeted Investment, and Determined Campaign Effort Deliver Another Hard-Fought Victory for Illinois House Democrats Springfield, IL — November 4, 2026 — Democrats for the Illinois House (DIH) is proud to announce another major victory in the 2026 General…

Speaker Welch Leads House Democrats To Historic Election Night Victory, Expanding Supermajority With At Least Four Seat Pickups

November 3, 2026

Welch, House Democrats raise $35 million, defend incumbent seats, flip at least four Republican-held districts, and strengthen their historic supermajority in the Illinois House CHICAGO, IL. — House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Democrats for the Illinois House (DIH) are…

Voter Protection Hotline

February 20, 2026

If you see problems at the polls or need help voting in the March 17 Primary, call 855 IL VOTES or email voterpro@ildems.com Protect the vote and help your neighbors do the same.

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch Releases Statement Regarding Illinois Policy Institute’s Holocaust Denier Candidate

January 28, 2026

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch released the following statement regarding Illinois Policy Institute’s Holocaust Denier candidate: “The darkest moments of our history were fueled by not only hatred; they were enabled by those who denied what was plain to see, who…

Illinois lawmakers’ 2026 theme: affordability

January 22, 2026

SPRINGFIELD — House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch says this spring’s election-year legislative session will be squarely focused on tackling Illinois voters’ priorities.“We’re going to focus on things that help folks in their household budget,” Welch told Capitol News Illinois. “We’re…

LGBTQ and Reproductive Rights Champions and More Democratic Leaders Endorse Speaker Welch for State Central Committee

August 11, 2025

Former Personal PAC President Terry Cosgrove, State Representative Kelly Cassidy, Committeeman and Alderman Brendan Reilly, State Representative Marcus Evans, State Representative Debbie Meyers Martin, and State Representative Kim du Buclet join the growing list of Welch endorsements.  Support continues to…

Sign up to be Vendor/Artist/Performer at our annual Juneteenth Festival!

April 7, 2025

🚨Calling all artists, crafters, and vendors! Don’t miss this jam-packed Juneteenth celebration 🤩. Join our annual festival filled with performances, community leaders and good vibes. Event will be on Juneteenth (Thursday, June 19th). Register TODAY at https://bit.ly/42h9X1d

We Want YOU to Run for the Illinois House!

March 21, 2025

Do you have what it takes to be an effective leader? Looking to do more for your community? Join Democrats for the Illinois House in our mission of supporting working families and keep the Illinois House blue. Visit demsforilhouse.com/run-for-the-house to…

Illinois Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch brings the fun to Forest Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 7, 2025