Politics Springfield

Watch Live: GOP candidate forum hosted by Carol Marin

By Brandon Wall

Illinois’ Republican gubernatorial candidates will participate in a forum tonight, hosted by Early & Often’s Carol Marin. The 60-minute forum begins at 6 p.m.

Here, you will be able to watch the debate live and follow the analysis and commentary from the Early & Often team.

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