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Jesse Jackson Jr.

Jesse Jackson Jr. has spent his life fighting for people and delivering results for working families. For him, it’s personal.

During his time in Congress, Jesse Jackson Jr. delivered nearly $1 billion in federal funding to his district, serving as a strong advocate for economic development, infrastructure investment and expanding access to healthcare.

Among his long list of accomplishments, Jesse Jackson Jr. supported legislation aimed at strengthening consumer protections, modernizing transportation systems and promoting job growth in urban and suburban communities.

Now, Jesse Jackson Jr. is back in the fight.

Family Caregivers Can Shape AI into a Support System

By Jesse Jackson Jr.

I just unveiled my plans to propose the Caregivers Protection Act upon my return to Congress. In Chicago and throughout the Southland, thousands of unpaid family caregivers are quietly holding together a fragile care system.

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Melissa Bean

Melissa Bean has a proven record of helping families achieve economic security – from consumer protections to affordable healthcare.

During her time in Congress, Melissa Bean was known as a pragmatic, pro-growth Democrat, building a reputation for working across the aisle to advance consumer protections, expand access to affordable healthcare and strengthen oversight of Wall Street.

Melissa Bean brings a record to IL-08 that you can count on.

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The AI industry is getting into politics. Here are the key super PACs to watch in 2026.

By Bryan Metzger

Artificial intelligence is poised to play a big role in politics this year — and not just when it comes to AI-generated content. Several super PACs backed by figures in the tech industry have formed ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Battle over AI regulation hits the airwaves ahead of midterms

By Julia Shapero

Millions of dollars are flowing into advertisements seeking to move the needle on AI regulation ahead of the midterm elections amid a broader fight over who gets to determine the rules of the road for the industry.

AI dollars boosting Jackson, Bean

By Shia Kapos

A political action committee formed by some of the biggest names in AI is throwing their support behind Jesse Jackson Jr. and Melissa Bean - both of whom are attempting to reclaim seats they held over a decade ago. Leading the Future has secured over $70 million cash on hand to support its chosen candidates in midterm elections nationwide.

AI power players pour cash into competitive primaries as 2026 midterms heat up

By Paul Steinhauser

Leading the future, a political group backed by leading AI innovators is planning to dip into its formidable war chest to support former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.’s bid for Rep. Robin Kelly’s vacated seat. The group pledged to uplift candidates that “champion policies that harness the economic benefits of AI and reject attempts to hinder American innovation"

Crypto super PAC wades into Illinois House primaries

By Jasper Goodman and Shia Kapos

The competitive contest for IL-02 is heating up as a PAC group funded by “top artificial intelligence companies” have begun to run positive ads supporting former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.’s candidacy. Additionally, crypto-funded super PAC Fairshake is poised to shake up the race by pouring at least $1 million against IL state Sen. Robert Peters, who is running against Jackson.

Make Your Vote Count in Illinois Voting Guide for IL-02 and IL-08