Who Is Running in Illinois Congressional District 2nd in 2026?

Representative Robin Kelly supports comprehensive immigration reform, including the American Dream and Promise Act to grant DACA recipients permanent resident status. She advocates for both secure borders and an overhaul of the existing immigration system. Kelly also leads a letter with the Democratic Women's Caucus demanding the release and investigation of pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women detained by ICE.

Robin Kelly advocates for investments in clean energy, including solar and wind, and battery storage technology, aiming to keep consumer energy costs low. She also supports lowering carbon emissions and meeting Paris Agreement criteria. She voted "Nay" on the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act (H.R.4758) and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act (H.R.4626) in February 2026. She also mentioned helping farmers impacted by climate change.

Robin Kelly advocates for keeping US troops out of foreign wars, stating that American tax dollars should not fund conflicts that do not advance U.S. interests or safety. She supports helping and funding Ukraine's efforts, believing this helps keep US troops from the front lines. Kelly emphasizes the need for secure borders alongside a comprehensive overhaul of the immigration system. She views the U.S. and China as strategic competitors, urging continued work with allies such as Japan and South Korea to maintain competitiveness.

Robin Kelly supports stricter gun policy, advocating for regulations that crack down on gun companies' marketing to children and setting safety standards for firearms, including recalls on defective guns. She has introduced the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act and another bill to hold the industry accountable, citing that guns are a leading cause of death for children. She is endorsed by Brady PAC and Everytown for Gun Safety and helped pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.