Cook County assessor candidates spar over property taxes, campaign donations

CHICAGO The two Democratic primary candidates for Cook County assessor sparred over their approach to reigning in property taxes and campaign contributions on Wednesday night’s Chicago Report Debate.

Incumbent Assessor Fritz Kaegi is facing a primary challenge from Pat Hynes, the Lyons Township assessor and former employee of the county office.

Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is facing a primary challenge from Pat Hynes, the Lyons Township Assessor, in the 2026 election. (Photos provided)

Election Day is March 17, but early voting begins this month across the area.

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