Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton is the predicted winner of the Democratic primary for US Senate, edging out her opponents after a late surge of support in a highly competitive, expensive race.
Stratton was leading her main opponent, congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, with roughly 90% of the vote tallied on Tuesday night, according to the Associated Press.
"We did it," Stratton said of her surprise win. "Tonight we showed what's possible when you listen to the people and give the people what they want."
Stratton is predicted to beat her Republican opponent in November's midterm election, replacing the incumbent Democrat, Senator Dick Durbin.
Durbin, 81, will retire next year after serving five terms in the US Senate.
