Dupage Policy Journal

Illinois Sixth Congressional District candidate Niki Conforti criticized her opponent's recent vote against the SAVE Act, questioning his representation of the district. "Certainly not the people of the 6th District!!" she said in a July 11 Facebook post.

"Casten votes NO on the SAVE Act," said Conforti, according to Facebook. "Who is he representing? Certainly not the people if the 6th District!! The SAVE Act - which thankfully passed in the House, requires proof of citizenship to vote in Federal races."

The resolution that Conforti refers to is House Resolution 8281 (H.R. 8281), known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act. According to the Congressional website for the resolution, it was introduced by Representative Chip Roy on May 7, 2024, and requires individuals to provide proof of citizenship to register for federal elections. It prohibits states from accepting and processing applications for registered voters for federal elections unless the applicant provides documentation of their U.S. citizenship. Additionally, it mandates that states remove noncitizens from voter rolls.

Screenshot of NIki Conforti's July 11 Facebook post | Niki Conforti Facebook page

The 6th Congressional District includes parts of Cook County, eastern DuPage County, and the far Southwest Side of Chicago. It encompasses communities such as Orland Hills, Western Springs, Orland Park, Palos Hills, Hickory Hills, Chicago Ridge, Bridgeview, Willow Springs, Indian Head Park, Tinley Park, Evergreen Park, Downers Grove, Lombard, Villa Park, Westmont, Elmhurst, Lisle, Darien and Wheaton. The district is currently represented by U.S. Representative Sean Casten (D-Ill.).

On her campaign website, Conforti highlights her diverse background with experience as an energy consultant and a 12-year history in healthcare with large health systems. She is a graduate of the University of Chicago School of Economics and holds an MBA in Healthcare Administration from George Washington University. Conforti is also the daughter of an immigrant with a strong military tradition in her family. Beyond her political ambitions, she is actively engaged in various charitable initiatives through her church and supports organizations such as International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) and Mothers2Mothers Charities.