La Shawn Ford Clinches IL-7 Democratic Nomination to Succeed Danny Davis

Illinois state Rep. La Shawn Ford won the crowded Democratic primary to succeed retiring Rep. Danny Davis in Chicago’s 7th District, emerging as the favorite for November after Davis endorsed him. The race drew national attention and heavy outside spending, including a crypto-funded PAC that spent about $2.5 million against Ford over his crypto-regulation stance, as Ford pledged to continue Davis’ legacy and push federal funding for district health services and education.