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Patty Garcia has won the election for the 4th Congressional District in Illinois, securing 70.6% of the vote with 28% of votes counted. Garcia, who previously served as chief of staff for retiring U.S. Rep. Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia, defeated Republican Lupe Castillo, independent Chris Getty, and Working Class Party candidate Ed Hershey. The race was marked by controversy after Rep. Garcia's last-minute decision to drop out of the race, which allowed Garcia to file unchallenged for the seat. Despite criticism, Garcia emphasized her commitment to representing the district's working-class families and her stance against U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE). The 4th District, known for its majority-Latino population, spans several Chicago neighborhoods and suburbs, including Pilsen, Little Village, and Back of the Yards.
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