Margaret Croke

Margaret Croke is a Democratic politician serving as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 12th District. Located entirely within Chicago, the 12th District includes the neighborhoods of Lakeview East, Lincoln Park, Old Town, and Gold Coast. Prior to her election, Margaret served as Deputy Chief of Staff at the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). She also played key roles on Governor JB Pritzker's transition team and served as the statewide Women's outreach Director for Pritzker's 2018 gubernatorial campaign. She is the Democratic nominee in the 2026 Illinois Comptroller election.