Cook County State’s Attorney Election Results
Last updated April 18, 2024
Cook County State’s Attorney Election Results
Two Democrats are facing off in the primary election for Cook County’s top prosecutor: Eileen O’Neill Burke, a moderate and retired appellate judge, and Clayton Harris III, a progressive who is seen as the successor to Kim Foxx, who declined to seek a third term. Ms. Foxx’s tenure brought promised criminal justice reforms but also heavy criticism.
Democratic Primary
Democratic Primary race called
| Candidate | Votes | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Eileen O’Neill BurkeE. O’Neill BurkeO’Neill Burke | 264,428 | 50.15% |
| Clayton Harris IIIC. HarrisHarris | 262,857 | 49.85 |
| Total reported | 527,285 |
What to expect
Polls close at 8 p.m. Eastern time. In the 2022 primaries, first votes were reported 5 minutes later, and 90 percent of votes were reported by 3:12 a.m. Eastern time. No excuse is required to vote by mail, and ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and arrive at least two weeks after.
Illinois is holding presidential primaries on Tuesday as well as its state primary, which will include races for state and congressional offices. Voters do not register by party, but they may participate in only one party’s primary election.
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Republican Primary
Republican Primary race called
| Candidate |
|---|
| Bob FiorettiB. FiorettiFioretti Uncontested |