2026 Primary Election Results: IL 5th Congressional District

Incumbent Mike Quigley faces challengers in Democratic primary, while Republicans vie for chance to unseat him

Mar. 18, 2026 at 12:03am

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In the Democratic primary for Illinois' 5th Congressional District, incumbent Mike Quigley is facing three challengers - Matt Conroy, Ellen A. Corley, and Anthony Michael Tamez. On the Republican side, Dr. Kimball Ladien and Barry Wicker are competing for the chance to run against Quigley in the general election. The 5th District includes parts of Chicago and several surrounding suburbs.

Why it matters

This primary election will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for the 5th Congressional District seat, which has been held by Quigley since 2009. The outcome could impact the balance of power in the House of Representatives, as well as the direction of policy priorities for the district.

The details

Quigley, a 67-year-old Democrat from Chicago, is seeking his 10th term in Congress. His Democratic challengers include 37-year-old Matt Conroy, who is running on a platform of universal healthcare and economic fairness, 70-year-old Ellen A. Corley, a former teacher and marketing consultant running as a progressive, and 26-year-old Anthony Michael Tamez, a member of the Chicago Police 17th District Council who hopes to abolish ICE. On the Republican side, 74-year-old psychiatrist Dr. Kimball Ladien and 10-year financial broker Barry Wicker are vying for the chance to face Quigley in November.

  • Polls closed at 7 p.m. in Illinois on March 18, 2026.
  • Quigley faced no challengers in the 2024 Democratic primary.

The players

Mike Quigley

The 67-year-old incumbent Democratic Congressman who has represented Illinois' 5th District since 2009, when he won a special election to replace former Congressman Rahm Emanuel. Quigley previously served on the Cook County Board of Commissioners from 1998 to 2009.

Matt Conroy

A 37-year-old Chicago resident running as a Democratic challenger to Quigley on a platform emphasizing universal healthcare and economic fairness.

Ellen A. Corley

A 70-year-old Chicago resident and former high school teacher and marketing research consultant running as a progressive Democratic challenger to Quigley.

Anthony Michael Tamez

A 26-year-old member of the Chicago Police 17th District Council running as a Democratic challenger to Quigley, hoping to bring generational change and abolish ICE.

Dr. Kimball Ladien

A 74-year-old Chicago-based psychiatrist running in the Republican primary, describing his candidacy as a "bold, scientific win-win strategy" to unite voters.

Barry Wicker

A Chicago resident with 10 years of experience as a government international licensed financial broker, as well as a decade as a licensed union engineer, running in the Republican primary.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.