skinny.

Latest / Politically Speaking

Nikki Budzinski (2026)

Illinois Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski, D-Springfield, is facing something she didn’t have in her first reelection bid two years ago: a primary challenger. Dylan Blaha, a progressive and an Illinois National Guard member, is aiming to beat Budzinski in Illinois’ 13th Congressional District, which includes part of the Metro East.

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.