2026 Elections · Illinois

Illinois's 4th Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this Illinois congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

Source:FECUpdated Oct 19, 2026Report a correction

Who is running in Illinois's 4th Congressional District in 2026?

Patty Garcia (Democratic), Lupe Castillo (Republican), Chris Getty (Independent) and Ed Hershey (Working Class Party).

  • Patty GarciaDemocratic✓ Verified
    $482K raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
  • Lupe CastilloRepublican
    • Positions sourced
  • Chris GettyIndependent✓ Verified
    $400K raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
  • Ed HersheyWorking Class Party✓ Verified

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Patty Garcia supports halting federal funding to ICE and abolishing the agency in its current form, and she opposes abusive immigration enforcement tactics that terrorize immigrant communities, advocating for dignity, due process, and safety for immigrant families 13. Lupe Castillo supports law enforcement over criminals as part of a pro-family platform 4. Chris Getty supports responsible immigration solutions that are secure and humane, and he prioritizes safe neighborhoods and protecting privacy to ensure public safety 25.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 18, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssuePatty GarciaDemocraticLupe CastilloRepublicanChris GettyIndependentEd HersheyWorking Class Party
Economy & Jobs

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Getty aims to make it easier for families to get ahead and improve the cost of living.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Getty says families are choosing between groceries and gas and that small businesses are struggling, citing economic instability and rising costs.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Healthcare

Garcia supports Medicare for All, reproductive healthcare rights, increased mental health care, improved community clinics, and letting Medicare negotiate better drug prices.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Immigration

Garcia supports halting federal funding to ICE and abolishing the agency in its current form.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Getty supports responsible immigration solutions that are secure and humane.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Where they differ on Immigration: Patty Garcia supports halting federal funding to ICE and abolishing the agency in its current form 1. Chris Getty supports responsible immigration solutions that are secure and humane 2.
Public Safety & Crime

Garcia opposes abusive immigration enforcement tactics that terrorize immigrant communities and advocates for dignity, due process, and safety for immigrant families.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Castillo says she supports law enforcement over criminals as part of a pro-family platform.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

Getty prioritizes safe neighborhoods and protecting privacy to ensure public safety.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Patty Garcia opposes abusive immigration enforcement tactics that terrorize immigrant communities and advocates for dignity, due process, and safety for immigrant families 1. Lupe Castillo supports law enforcement over criminals as part of a pro-family platform 2. Chris Getty prioritizes safe neighborhoods and protecting privacy to ensure public safety 3.
Abortion

Garcia supports reproductive healthcare rights as part of her healthcare agenda.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Getty approaches reproductive rights and difficult decisions with compassion and respect.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Where they differ on Abortion: Patty Garcia supports reproductive healthcare rights as part of her healthcare agenda 1. Chris Getty approaches reproductive rights and difficult decisions with compassion and respect 2.
Taxes & Government Spending

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Getty supports a fair tax system and responsible government spending.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Energy & Environment

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Getty supports affordable energy and a healthier environment.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found.

Foreign Policy & Defense

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

No public position found. Check their site ↗

No public position found.

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Patty Garcia supports halting federal funding to ICE and abolishing the agency in its current form. Chris Getty supports responsible immigration solutions that are secure and humane.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Patty Garcia opposes abusive immigration enforcement tactics that terrorize immigrant communities and advocates for dignity, due process, and safety for immigrant families. Lupe Castillo supports law enforcement over criminals as part of a pro-family platform. Chris Getty prioritizes safe neighborhoods and protecting privacy to ensure public safety.

How do the candidates differ on Abortion?

Patty Garcia supports reproductive healthcare rights as part of her healthcare agenda. Chris Getty approaches reproductive rights and difficult decisions with compassion and respect.