General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: March 17, 2026
A meteorologist who spent 22 years as chief meteorologist at a television station, Sorensen is the incumbent U.S. Representative from Illinois' 17th Congressional District. He emphasizes rebuilding trust through truthful communication, supporting science-based leadership, and addressing climate change.
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Charles William Helmick Jr. ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Dillan Vancil, running for office for the first time, for Illinois District 17.
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Eugene Farrell ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Linda McNeely ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Michael Swanson ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Montez Soliz ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Ray Estrada ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Spence Morris ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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Thomas Alvin Zastrow ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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William Swisher ran for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in 2026. This is their first run for office.
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A meteorologist who spent 22 years as chief meteorologist at a television station, Sorensen is the incumbent U.S. Representative from Illinois' 17th Congressional District. He emphasizes rebuilding trust through truthful communication, supporting science-based leadership, and addressing climate change.
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Dillan Vancil, running for office for the first time, for Illinois District 17.
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Julie Bickelhaupt is a Republican candidate for U.S. House Illinois District 17 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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