The lieutenant governor is first in the line of succession to the governor and leads assigned policy initiatives. Stratton, a Democrat and former state representative, is running for U.S. Senate in 2026 rather than re-election.
Juliana Stratton
| Office | State Executive |
|---|---|
| Office | Lieutenant Governor of Illinois — State of Illinois — Current term to Jan 2027; seat on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot |
| Note | Running for U.S. Senate in 2026 instead of re-election. |
| Contact | Official Website |
| Verified | August 2026 |