not quite sure who this candidate is but she seems to have a lot of energy behind her

I told Kat that people love clues and riddles and she didn’t believe me

Thrilled to announce that I've been endorsed by @peaceaction.bsky.social . Humane foreign policy is a cornerstone of this campaign, if you want to learn more go to katforillinois.com

Never even crossed my mind that a campaign office might be a solution to the decline of third spaces. This willingness to experiment is exactly why established Dem leadership needs to be embracing younger leaders with fresh ideas.

If you want to bring young men back into Democratic politics, look no further than at how @katmabu.bsky.social campaigns. Progressive policies, community-centered efforts, and creative events are bringing people back.

McHenry County Fair, I love you. 🐂🐂🐂

yo @danielbiss.bsky.social @laurafine4congress.bsky.social @bushraamiwala.bsky.social get on Kat’s level and come by the AEW show

“But it was Abughazaleh […] who finished the period with the most cash in the bank — nearly $667,000. Abughazaleh recorded her second-straight strong fundraising quarter by collecting more than $525,000 during the period.” www.dailyherald.com/20250719/us-...

Those advocating for a $15 minimum wage in the year of our lord 2025 need to get their shit together. $15 had always been the compromise and as the goalposts shift, the goals need to as well. I’m proud to be managing the only campaign in the country that pays ALL staff at least $25 per hour.

Far northsiders! Attend the 9th congressional district candidate meet & greets Northtown Library 6800 N Western @ 5:30 PM Th 7/17: Leon (D), Biss (D), Abughazaleh (D), Simmons (D) Th 7/31: Fine (D), Su (R) Th 8/28: Amiwala (D), Ford (D), Jenkins (D)

I’m doing work here, not just ignoring everyone. I promise!

I’m running for Congress and if elected, I will absolutely call for a bipartisan committee to investigate this because… Why the hell wouldn’t I? Chip in $8 to elect a candidate who’s never flown on a pedophile’s jet here: secure.actblue.com/donate/abu-bluesky

Meet Kat Abughazaleh, the 26-year-old personal foe of Elon Musk who is running for Illinois’s 9th Congressional District. 1/4 foreignpolicy.com/2025/07/02/k...

first ever democrat to actually stand for things

ok well now we've got proof that her insane launch week was...somewhat sustainable? over half a million in Q2 with wild small donor support

Once again, we found ourselves with the incredible problem of having too many volunteers show up to our July 4 decorating party. The solution? Make some new friends by asking to paint on the same canvas together. That’s the kind of movement @katmabu.bsky.social is inspiring.

You cannot tell me that this campaign doesn’t have the juice. It’s super early in this race and she is practically building an army.

Kat Abughazaleh, the Gen Z candidate running for Illinois’s 9th Congressional District, wants to champion progressive policies at home and abroad.

When I say my volunteers are the best, I mean they are THE BEST. Thank you everyone for showing up and showing out for the campaign today!!!

I was seriously blown away by the support from our volunteers *and* the crowd today. Thank you so much to everyone who showed up — both to march and to spectate!!!!

The energy today for @katmabu.bsky.social in Skokie, Glenview, and Evanston was absolutely electric! As someone who grew up going to the Evanston Fourth of July parade, I’ve never seen so many people with so much enthusiasm turn out for a candidate. Get in on the good vibes at katforillinois.com

“Mamdani won because of his relentless focus on affordability and our quality of life, and his ebullience, optimism and authenticity. […] In a cynical and despairing time, he gave people hope.” I agree with every word of this from @michellegoldberg.bsky.social!! www.nytimes.com/2025/06/27/o...

One of the unexpected but very enjoyable aspects of running for Congress is that now my boyfriend has to do a bit in every single interview he’s in. (But the monocle and cane thing is very true.)

Not many people know this but the way I was hired is that @bencollins.bsky.social showed up at my door Andy Garcia Ocean’s 13 style in his Lambo wearing a monocle and held his cane to my neck until I agreed to be Kat’s campaign manager www.rollingstone.com/culture/cult...

Yes, I flipped off a bigot harassing toddlers at a drag queen story hour. No, I won't apologize for it: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXd7...

WIDE OPEN RACE BAYYYBEEEE

HUGE NEWS!!!! A new poll has me within single digits of leading in my race, ahead of FIVE other career politicians. This is incredible! I was a "long shot" in March. Now we’re proving that grassroots campaigns can be viable and win — but I can’t do it without your help.

Illinois 9th district primary poll Daniel Biss 17% Kat Abughazaleh 10% Laura Fine 8%

My soul is healing

In a statement, Sam Weinberg, Kat’s campaign manager, said the poll “shows we have a real path to victory.” “We know we’re the underdogs in this race.”

Within single digits of the lead, @katmabu.bsky.social has the most room to grow her support among the leading candidates. With 267 days to go, we’re right where we need to be as we continue to build this momentum!

One of the most exciting things about this campaign has been having an awesome office that doubles as a community hub. But our monthly rent is $3,540 and that doesn’t even include electric, heating, and WiFi. Chip in $35.40 to cover 1% of our rent this month: secure.actblue.com/donate/abu-bluesky

Every voter in Illinois’ Ninth deserves to see this and to be able to choose which candidate really has a pro-peace agenda: the person stoking the flames of a US-Iran war (Laura Fine) or the person who has been outspoken against these escalations from the start (Kat Abughazaleh).

Zohran Mamdani: let’s make NYC efficient and affordable Andrew Cuomo: would you ever date an older man? Eric Adams: I met three magical elves last night and one of them offered me a handjob but I said no because I am a man of god

I talked to @haaretzcom.bsky.social about Palestine and Israel, generational trauma, and how the far-right is trying weaponize Palestinian, Israeli, and Jewish pain for its authoritarian own agenda: www.haaretz.com/us-news/2025...

Democrats don't know how to handle Elon Musk, but I do. He cost me my job, personally harasses me, and spent tens of thousands of dollars to depose me in Chicago for mean tweets. If you want to support a candidate who understands far-right extremism, chip in $8: secure.actblue.com/donate/abu-b...

Abughazaleh takes campaign to CNN Candidate for Congress turning national spotlight on IL9.

As I just said on CNN, I’m not going to take any money from Elon Musk, a man who did a Hitler salute. It’s astounding that some Democrats won’t say the same. secure.actblue.com/donate/abu-bluesky?refcode=cnn

Live from the the green room! @katmabu.bsky.social is doing what she does best: pushing back on Republican bullshit and holding Elon Musk accountable.

I'm in her district and this is in fact the message that will give Kat any chance whatsoever.

They're literally doing the meme

One for the books. The AC broke but we all had a blast. There might be a video of us singing Love Story at the top of our lungs somewhere. Feat. @samweinberg.bsky.social, @presidentblue.bsky.social, @junlper.beer, and Madame Future Congresswoman herself, @katmabu.bsky.social.

I will be at this, arriving in my chauffeured Lamborghini, handing out cool hundos.

kat!

she bombed

@katmabu.bsky.social just practiced her standup routine for me and I must say it’s incredible! See it live for yourself TONIGHT: secure.actblue.com/donate/abu-standup

LAUGH FACTORY CHICAGO DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 SHOW STARTS AT 7:30 SEE YOU THERE!!!!! katforillinois.com/standup

Did not anticipate that “taking civilians, including children, hostage is bad” would be controversial but here we are I guess.

I know the bar is low for candidates these days but this actually surprised me: @katmabu.bsky.social is the only candidate in IL-09 whose platform calls for the release of hostages held in Gaza. All other candidates should follow suit in demanding that they be freed immediately.