Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza said Wednesday she’ll give up her statewide office as she considers her “next biggest challenge” — which sure sounds like a potential b

Susana Mendoza announced she will not run for a fourth term as Illinois comptroller. She made the announcement at a press conference in Little Village Wednesday morning, becoming emotional at times as she spoke. She has served three terms as the state's top fiscal officer.

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza is not running for a third term, instead possibly setting her sights on the mayor's office in Chicago. Why it matters: The announcement opens up a crucial statewide office that Democrats have held since 2016 and potentially kick-starts the 2027 mayoral race.