( 25News Now ) - Republican Darren Bailey announced Monday he’s staying in the race for Illinois governor, stating that he’s inspired by his son and three other family members killed in a helicopter crash last month in Montana.

Bailey said he’s also inspired by President Donald Trump to keep fighting even as he grieves for the loss of his son Zach, daughter-in-law Kelsey, and grandchildren Vada Rose and Samuel.

“After a lot of prayer and reflection, Cindy and I have decided we’re staying in this race for governor,” said Bailey in a video posted on his campaign’s Facebook page .

“This tragedy has changed our family forever, but it also reminded us why we fight,” said Bailey. “Zach and Kelsey believed in an Illinois where families could build a future without being crushed by bad gove

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