U.S. House Illinois District 4 General

About This Race

The 2026 U.S. House general election for Illinois's 4th Congressional District will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the representative for this urban Chicago-area district. The seat is currently held by Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia, who is seeking re-election to a fourth term in an overwhelmingly Democratic district.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date: November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 6, 2026
Early Voting Starts: October 24, 2026
Early Voting Ends: November 2, 2026

How to Vote

Illinois residents can register to vote online through the Illinois State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at local election offices, with the deadline of October 6, 2026. Early voting begins October 24 and runs through November 2, 2026, at designated polling places; voters must present a valid ID if registering on Election Day or if voting for the first time by mail.

Incumbent

Democratic

Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia

U.S. Representative for Illinois's 4th Congressional District

Biography

Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia is the incumbent U.S. Representative for Illinois's 4th District, first elected in 2018 after serving in the Illinois State Senate and as Cook County Commissioner. He is running for re-election to continue advocating for immigrant rights, workers' protections, and equitable development in Chicago's west and southwest sides.

Campaign Website

Republican

Chris Aguila

U.S. Representative for Illinois's 4th Congressional District

Biography

Chris Aguila is a small business owner and community organizer running as a Republican challenger in Illinois's 4th District, focusing on public safety, economic opportunity, and school choice. Though facing steep odds in this heavily Democratic district, he aims to bring a voice for entrepreneurial growth and fiscal responsibility to Congress.

Campaign Website

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