About Harry Benton
Harry Benton was an American politician.
Harry Benton (born 1987 or 1988) is an American politician who served as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives for the 97th district from 2023 until his resignation in 2026.
By profession, Benton is a union ironworker. Benton was a Plainfield village trustee and the unsuccessful Democratic nominee in the same district in 2020.
In February 2026, he was removed from the Democratic caucus and all committees by Speaker Chris Welch. He resigned in July 2026 following an ethics investigation.
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