Darren Bailey.
American farmer and politician (born 1966)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Del Mar announced candidacy for Illinois Lt. Governor while Carol Ammons faced corruption charges and Darren Bailey pushed for budget transparency.Well supported3 reports
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A gubernatorial race is underway in Illinois between JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey.Well supported45 reports9 developments inside
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Donald Trump endorsed Darren Bailey for governor, while Don Tracy runs against Juliana Stratton in a separate Illinois political race.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump and Darren Bailey are blamed for Republican losses in Illinois politics.Well supported3 reports
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Don Tracy and Darren Bailey are candidates in the Illinois election, with Tracy vying for Dick Durbin's Senate seat.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey campaigned in the Chicago area on November 1st.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump endorsed Darren Bailey, who is challenging incumbent governor J.B. Pritzker in the gubernatorial race.Well supported14 reports
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Chicago public schools face election over funding as Durbin announces retirement and Bailey challenges Pritzker.Some support1 report
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While serving as Governor, JB Pritzker is implementing state policies in Illinois, alongside criticism from Darren Bailey regarding the state's criminal justice system.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Darren Bailey, a southern Illinois farmer, challenged Governor JB Pritzker's prison policy.Some support1 report
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Darren Bailey distanced himself from Donald Trump's economic policies during early voting in Chicago.Some support1 report
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Tariffs and the war with Iran are causing significant frustration among farmers.Some support1 report
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Darren Bailey is a candidate in Cook County and participated in a debate in Chicago.Some support1 report
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Details emerge regarding JB Pritzker's personal finances, including Las Vegas gambling and Bahamas trusts, during her campaign against Darren Bailey.Some support1 report
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Darren Bailey campaigned in Chicagoland and called on Donald Trump for relief, alleging that Trump and Congress defunded FEMA.Some support3 reports
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Darren Bailey and JB Pritzker are debating the gubernatorial race in Illinois as the Chicago Bears relocation threat intensifies.Some support3 reports
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WTTW hosted a gubernatorial forum featuring Darren Bailey and JB Pritzker, who are rematch opponents in the Illinois race.Well supported5 reports
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Darren Bailey campaigned on county financial issues in McLean County.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Jim Durkin criticized Darren Bailey's nomination and performance in Illinois politics.Some support1 report
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An office holder serves constituents in Macoupin County while contesting a state executive office in Illinois.Some support1 report
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Collin Corbett submitted petitions in Illinois to run as an independent candidate, facing criticism over his political views.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Amid calls for regulation, data center policy debates intensify in Illinois as Pritzker offers tax breaks while Bailey pushes for outright bans.Some support9 reports2 developments inside
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Darren Bailey campaigned on July 9 to address the affordability crisis in Illinois.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Issues regarding infrastructure funding are being debated in Illinois, where a district is facing high turnover and staffing shortages.Some support2 reports
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Darren Bailey faced attacks involving his background, while JB Pritzker criticized Donald Trump's administration policies.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Private school curriculum is under scrutiny in Illinois.Some support1 report
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JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey are involved in gubernatorial races and fundraising efforts for homelessness aid projects.Some support1 report
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Darren Bailey is campaigning for votes among Illinois farmers.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Advocates for tax caps and matching federal rates, supporting E15 access for the corn market in Illinois.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Illinois Senate candidate Don Tracy and farmer Darren Bailey are involved in a debate over the economic impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on agricultural goods.Some support6 reports
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Darren Bailey is challenging incumbent governor J.B. Pritzker in a gubernatorial race, with Del Mar running alongside him.Well supported5 reports
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Darren Bailey challenged the incumbent governor in the gubernatorial race in Springfield, Illinois.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Darren Bailey faces trespassing charges in Cook County and criticizes leadership regarding misconduct in the General Assembly.Some support1 report
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A resident of Clarendon Hills has been reported to support Darren Bailey.Some support1 report
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Darren Bailey's political campaign is utilizing AI images in Illinois, while JB Pritzker is spending heavily on his political endeavors.Some support10 reports
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A 4-year-old Illinois State Law was enacted on May 28, 2026, restricting candidate fundraising activities.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Darren Bailey
Events traced to Darren Bailey, step by step, newest firstAround Darren Bailey this week
News at the entities that move Darren Bailey most-
JB Pritzker OperationalPolls show JB Pritzker is near Cory Booker, and Jon Ossoff won the straw poll over Pritzker.Moves Darren Bailey
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Donald Trump OperationalSenators Heinrich, Lee, and Whitehouse co-sponsored a bill, which Donald Trump supports for its energy agenda.Moves Darren Bailey
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Christian Mitchell OperationalChristian Mitchell is a candidate for Illinois Lieutenant Governor, having previously served under JB Pritzker.Moves Darren Bailey
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Democratic Party of Illinois TransactionalEmanuel Welch led the House Democratic Caucus on November 5, 2026.Moves Darren Bailey
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Illinois Republican Party StructuralParty activity was discussed in Springfield involving the Illinois Republican Party.Moves Darren Bailey
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Illinois OperationalAdvocates support legalization in Michigan and Illinois to capture local markets and curb people fleeing the state.Moves Darren Bailey
Connections
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JB Pritzker Operational
Darren Bailey and JB Pritzker are active political rivals contesting the Illinois gubernatorial election through mutual criticism and campaigning.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump actively endorses Bailey for political office, while Bailey consistently supports Trump's political agenda and policies.
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Illinois Operational
Darren Bailey is an active political candidate campaigning to influence the governance and policies of the State of Illinois.
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Del Mar Structural
Darren Bailey and Del Mar are politically partnered, with Del Mar serving as Bailey's running mate in the election.
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Christian Mitchell Operational
Christian Mitchell and Darren Bailey are active electoral rivals competing for the Governor's race.
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CyrusOne Operational
The relationship is characterized by active rivalry concerning data center policy and market competition in AI.
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Dave Severin Operational
The two entities are engaged in direct political competition against each other in a gubernatorial election.
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Don Tracy Operational
The entities are political candidates who compete for power in Illinois.
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Jim Durkin Operational
Jim Durkin and Darren Bailey are actively competing and criticizing each other for a leadership role.
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Bryan Drew Operational
Bryan Drew and Darren Bailey are running as fellow GOP candidates alongside each other.
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Richard Uihlein Transactional
Richard Uihlein provided campaign funding to Darren Bailey's political campaign.
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Illinois Republican Party Structural
Darren Bailey is affiliated with the Illinois Republican Party as a gubernatorial candidate.
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Collin Operational
Collin and Darren Bailey are active rivals in the current gubernatorial race.
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Juliana Stratton Operational
Juliana Stratton and Darren Bailey are actively competing for a state executive office in Illinois.
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Chicagoland Shared context
Darren Bailey conducted a political campaign within the geographic and economic sphere of Chicagoland.
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Department of Government Efficiency Structural
Darren Bailey plans to implement the Department of Government Efficiency.
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Tribune Operational
Tribune utilizes the press as a functional medium to reset its public image and communicate organizational issues.
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Indiana Shared context
Indiana serves as a policy model and geographic context for Darren Bailey's commentary and activities.
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Chicago Bears Mentioned together
Darren Bailey has publicly commented on the Chicago Bears, expressing concern about the team's performance and prioritizing its presence in Illinois.
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Chicago Shared context
Darren Bailey conducts political campaigning and makes public statements within the geographical and political context of Chicago.
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Springfield Shared context
Darren Bailey participated in political actions, such as voting, within the location of Springfield.
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Cook County Shared context
Darren Bailey's political and legal activities are situated within the jurisdiction of Cook County.
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Bloomington Shared context
Darren Bailey was observed to be in Bloomington while performing a speaking engagement at a hotel.
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Clarendon Hills Shared context
Clarendon Hills residents provide support for Darren Bailey.
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Glen Ellyn Shared context
Darren Bailey campaigned for the GOP ticket while operating in Glen Ellyn.
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Dallas Shared context
Darren Bailey traveled to Dallas for a convention.
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Illinois Commerce Commission Operational
Darren Bailey commented on a utility rate hike proposal overseen by the Illinois Commerce Commission.
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Xenia Shared context
Darren Bailey was observed spending time in the location Xenia.
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Amtrak Mentioned together
Darren Bailey, in his capacity as Commissioner, spoke about the new Amtrak facility.
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McLean County Shared context
Darren Bailey campaigned on financial issues relevant to McLean County.
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Democratic Party of Illinois Transactional
The Democratic Party of Illinois accused Darren Bailey of violating disclosure law.
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Grant Park Shared context
Darren Bailey was observed staying in the Grant Park area.
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Clay County Shared context
Darren Bailey operates a farm within the geographical boundaries of Clay County.
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Cindy Mentioned together
Cindy and Darren Bailey were co-mentioned in reports regarding their shared income.
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Texas Shared context
The evidence places B as an Illinois Republican candidate, establishing a geographical context separate from A (Texas).
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Alexi Giannoulias Shared context
The evidence does not establish any direct relationship or coupling between Alexi Giannoulias and Darren Bailey.
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Fayette Mentioned together
No direct relationship between the entities was observed in the provided evidence.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
12 events- Donald Trump endorsed Darren Bailey for governor, while Don Tracy runs against Juliana Stratton in a separate Illinois political race.
- Chicago public schools face election over funding as Durbin announces retirement and Bailey challenges Pritzker.
- Darren Bailey, a southern Illinois farmer, challenged Governor JB Pritzker's prison policy.
- Darren Bailey distanced himself from Donald Trump's economic policies during early voting in Chicago.
- Tariffs and the war with Iran are causing significant frustration among farmers.
- Darren Bailey is a candidate in Cook County and participated in a debate in Chicago.
- Details emerge regarding JB Pritzker's personal finances, including Las Vegas gambling and Bahamas trusts, during her campaign against Darren Bailey.
- Darren Bailey and JB Pritzker are debating the gubernatorial race in Illinois as the Chicago Bears relocation threat intensifies.
- WTTW hosted a gubernatorial forum featuring Darren Bailey and JB Pritzker, who are rematch opponents in the Illinois race.
- Darren Bailey campaigned on county financial issues in McLean County.
- Jim Durkin criticized Darren Bailey's nomination and performance in Illinois politics.
- An office holder serves constituents in Macoupin County while contesting a state executive office in Illinois.
September 2026
5 events- Donald Trump and Darren Bailey are blamed for Republican losses in Illinois politics.
- Donald Trump endorsed Darren Bailey, who is challenging incumbent governor J.B. Pritzker in the gubernatorial race.
- Issues regarding infrastructure funding are being debated in Illinois, where a district is facing high turnover and staffing shortages.
- Private school curriculum is under scrutiny in Illinois.
- JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey are involved in gubernatorial races and fundraising efforts for homelessness aid projects.
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August 2026
7 events- A gubernatorial race is underway in Illinois between JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey.
- Darren Bailey campaigned in Chicagoland and called on Donald Trump for relief, alleging that Trump and Congress defunded FEMA.
- Amid calls for regulation, data center policy debates intensify in Illinois as Pritzker offers tax breaks while Bailey pushes for outright bans.
- Darren Bailey faced attacks involving his background, while JB Pritzker criticized Donald Trump's administration policies.
- Darren Bailey is campaigning for votes among Illinois farmers.
- Advocates for tax caps and matching federal rates, supporting E15 access for the corn market in Illinois.
- Illinois Senate candidate Don Tracy and farmer Darren Bailey are involved in a debate over the economic impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on agricultural goods.
July 2026
6 events- Del Mar announced candidacy for Illinois Lt. Governor while Carol Ammons faced corruption charges and Darren Bailey pushed for budget transparency.
- While serving as Governor, JB Pritzker is implementing state policies in Illinois, alongside criticism from Darren Bailey regarding the state's criminal justice system.
- Darren Bailey campaigned on July 9 to address the affordability crisis in Illinois.
- Darren Bailey is challenging incumbent governor J.B. Pritzker in a gubernatorial race, with Del Mar running alongside him.
- Darren Bailey faces trespassing charges in Cook County and criticizes leadership regarding misconduct in the General Assembly.
- A resident of Clarendon Hills has been reported to support Darren Bailey.
June 2026
4 events- Collin Corbett submitted petitions in Illinois to run as an independent candidate, facing criticism over his political views.
- Darren Bailey challenged the incumbent governor in the gubernatorial race in Springfield, Illinois.
- Darren Bailey's political campaign is utilizing AI images in Illinois, while JB Pritzker is spending heavily on his political endeavors.
- A 4-year-old Illinois State Law was enacted on May 28, 2026, restricting candidate fundraising activities.