Democratic incumbent Alexi Giannoulias faces Republican Diane M. Harris for Illinois secretary of state on November 3, 2026. DuPage County’s official candidate listing confirms both candidates.
Background
The secretary of state’s official biography says Giannoulias was sworn into the office in 2023. He previously served as state treasurer and chaired the Illinois Community College System. He earned an economics degree from Boston University and a law degree from Tulane University.
Office responsibilities and record
His office highlights modernizing services, improving road safety and expanding public access to government programs. Its work includes driver and vehicle services, business registration, the organ-donor registry and literacy programs.
As state librarian, Giannoulias supported Right-to-Read legislation and library grant opportunities, according to the official biography. The office also describes initiatives addressing distracted driving, vehicle theft and access to services.
This profile uses the current official account of his public service. It does not present older campaign proposals as if they were all still awaiting implementation or rely on other news outlets’ candidate responses.
Responses are based on public data and answers to a Surround Sound Media questionnaire if they were provided.
