NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 16, 2026United States
Election Board Recommends Removing Two Independent Candidates from 4th District Ballot
Illinois State Board of Elections hearing officers have recommended disqualifying independent congressional candidates Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez and Mayra Macías from the November ballot for failing to meet signature requirements. The candidates, who claim the challenge is a political maneuver by the Democratic establishment, have vowed to appeal the decision to the Illinois Supreme Court.
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The final decision by the Illinois State Board of Elections on Tuesday will determine if voters in the 4th Congressional District have independent options on the November ballot or if the race will feature only the Democratic nominee, Patty García.
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