Capitol Fax has this statement from Illinois Supreme Court Justice Tom Kilbride:
Illinois Supreme Court Justice Tom Kilbride Statement on Retention RaceIllinois Supreme Court Justice Tom Kilbride released the following statement regarding the results of his retention effort, in which he received support from a majority of voters but did not meet the 60 percent threshold required:“Though votes continue to be counted, I am disappointed in the apparent outcome. I want to thank the voters of the Third Judicial District for twice placing their faith in me to uphold the sacred principles that guide our judicial system. Serving on the Illinois Supreme Court has been the honor and privilege of my lifetime, and I am proud of the legacy I will leave behind, including a court that is more open, transparent and accessible to all, regardless of economic means,” said Kilbride.
Illinois delivered a huge margin for the Biden Harris ticket, as expected. But the Third Judicial District is traditionally Republican and was again tonight. And Justice Kilbride could not overcome that.