John D. Idleburg

Democrat · Candidate for Lake County Sheriff · November 3, 2026

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About this race

The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.

2 candidates ran for Lake County Sheriff in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Immigration enforcement (ICE 287(g))

ICE's list of 287(g) participating agencies shows no agreement for Lake County's sheriff's office.

Under 287(g), ICE trains and authorizes local officers to carry out some federal immigration duties. From ICE's list of participating agencies, as of October 28, 2026. Whether to keep, change or end an agreement is up to the sheriff.

Where they stand

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Funding

$76K raised, $2,833 from small donors, $4,750 self-funded.

Largest donorsAmount
Joe Munson$5,000
ALL WAYS Towing & Recovery Inc$3,500
Richard Cinton$3,000
VJC Investments Llc$2,500
Daniel Didech Campaign Committee$2,500
Chicago LAND Operators Joint Labor-management PAC$2,500
Schneider for Congress$2,000

Source: Illinois State Board of Elections, reports through 2026-10-01.

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Quick answers

What party is John D. Idleburg?
John D. Idleburg is running as a Democrat.
What does the Lake County Sheriff seat do?
The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.
Who is John D. Idleburg running against?
Roman Buchberger, for Lake County Sheriff.
How much money has John D. Idleburg raised?
$76K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for John D. Idleburg?
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