New Poll Shows Raja Krishnamoorthi with Commanding Lead in Illinois U.S. Senate Democratic Primary

Washington, DC — The Impact Fund, the affiliated PAC of Indian American Impact, today released new polling showing Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi as the clear frontrunner in the Illinois U.S. Senate Democratic primary, with unmatched name recognition and a decisive lead over his closest competitors.

The survey of likely Democratic primary voters found:

• Raja Krishnamoorthi is the most widely known candidate, with 88% name recognition statewide.
• In a three-way matchup against Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Congresswoman Robin Kelly, Krishnamoorthi holds a 21-point lead (​​Krishnamoorthi 38%, Stratton 17%, Kelly 7%, Undecided 37%)
• When undecided voters are asked to choose in a three-way matchup, Krishnamoorthi breaks above 50% support—cementing his majority backing among Democratic voters.

“From day one, Impact has believed in Raja’s leadership- we were amongst his first national supporters- and this poll shows Illinois voters share that confidence,” said Chintan Patel, Executive Director of The Impact Fund. “Raja’s laser-sharp focus on protecting access to Social Security and Medicare, lowering health care costs, and tackling the rising cost of living is clearly resonating across the state. At a time when so many fundamental rights are at stake and middle-class families are struggling, his record of delivering results is exactly what Illinois needs in the U.S. Senate.”

The poll memo can be viewed HERE. Z to A Research surveyed 615 likely 2026 Illinois Democratic primary voters from August 8-10th, 2025. The margin of error is ±3.952%

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About The Impact Fund

Since its inception in 2016, The Impact Fund has endorsed and supported 200+ candidates across the country, contributing to the historic rise of Indian and South Asian American representation in politics. Through strategic investments and grassroots organizing, Impact has marshaled upwards of $20 million to candidates and robust voter mobilization and policy advocacy efforts, amplifying the voices of South Asian Americans and driving positive change in communities nationwide.

For Immediate Release:
August 12, 2025

Contact: Sarah Shah
sarah@iaimpact.org