Chicago Mayoral Race: 13 Candidates Vie for 2027 Election

• Thirteen candidates have filed to run for Chicago mayor in the 2027 election.
• The final day for filing petitions was Monday, with the election scheduled for February 23, 2027.
• A runoff election will take place on April 6 if no candidate receives at least 50% of the vote.
• Retiring Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza and cardiologist Lisa, a political newcomer, are among the candidates.
• The mayoral race is gaining attention as the midterm elections approach.