Illinois general election: November 3, 2026

Who is running for Governor and Lieutenant Governor (Illinois) in 2026?

Here are the candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for all voters in Illinois.

Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.

Collin Corbett

Independent

Collin Corbett (Independent (by petition)) is one of 3 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

JB Pritzker

Democrat · Incumbent

JB Pritzker (Democrat) is one of 3 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

Darren Bailey

Republican

Darren Bailey (Republican) is one of 3 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

Last reviewed 2026-10-10. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.