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MONTEZ SOLIZ

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MONTEZ SOLIZ
Candidate for U.S. House
DEM CHALLENGER
Biography
Montez Soliz is a Democratic candidate who sought to represent Illinois' 17th Congressional District in the U.S. House. A Rockford native, Soliz previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff for State Rep. Murri Briel. He was disqualified from the Democratic primary scheduled for March 17, 2026.
Top Priorities
  • economic justice
  • health care and rights
  • building strong communities
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