Illinois Republican Congressional Primary

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
U.S. Rep Mike Bost wins Republican nomination in southern Illinois after primary battle with former state Sen. Darren Bailey. Bost emphasized party unity and the need for finding common ground. He is expected to face Democrat Brian Roberts in the November election.

Key Points

  • Mike Bost won the Republican nomination in southern Illinois
  • Darren Bailey challenged Bost, claiming he was not conservative enough
  • Bost thanked Trump and emphasized finding common ground
  • Bost is expected to face Democrat Brian Roberts in the November election

Pros

  • U.S. Rep Mike Bost claimed victory in the Republican primary
  • Bost emphasized the importance of party unity
  • Bost is expected to face Democrat Brian Roberts in the November election

Cons

  • Former state Sen. Darren Bailey lost the primary battle