Chris Hansen

Elburn Trustee Chris Hansen announced he will seek the Republican Party nomination in the 2026 primary election for the state Senate 33rd District, according to a news release.

State Sen. Don DeWitte, a Republican from St. Charles, announced he would not seek reelection.

“As a lifelong advocate for our community, I’m committed to fighting against the Pritzker agenda that is hurting Illinois businesses and families,” Hansen said in the release of the Illinois governor. “I will work every day to protect taxpayers, support economic growth, and preserve the values that make Illinois strong.”

Hansen will vie with Blackberry Township resident Jessica Breugelmans and Cody Holt of Elgin for the GOP nomination.

Hansen was elected to the Elburn Village Board in 2023, and his term i

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