CHICAGO - Downtown Ald. Brendan Reilly announced on Wednesday that he will run for Cook County Board president as a Democrat in 2026.

The alderman’s announcement sets up a potential matchup with longtime current County President Toni Preckwinkle in the Democratic primary.

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Reilly’s 42nd Ward includes parts of the city’s downtown area in the Loop, Gold Coast, New Eastside, Streeterville, and River North. He’s served on the City Council since 2007.

"I am running for County Board President because Cook County government is broken and is long overdue for change," Reilly said in a statement. "I promise to fight every day for the people of Cook County and against anyone who disrespects them or threatens their livelihood, including the President of the United States."

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