Brad Sandefur
Libertarian
Cook County Sheriff
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Overview
Brad Sandefur is a sergeant with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.1 His campaign says he has worked for the office since 1990, serving as a correctional officer, police officer, tactical officer, investigator, academy instructor, and shift commander.2 His campaign also says he is a former U.S. Marine and holds a master’s degree in criminal justice with a forensic psychology focus.2
His campaign website lists three top priorities: modifying the SAFE-T Act and pretrial policy to strengthen public-safety safeguards for repeat offenders, expanding mental health and addiction diversion programs as alternatives to incarceration, and strengthening deputy training and operational readiness.3
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- April 1 to June 30, 2026
- Raised
- $1,366Of this, $1,204 came from the candidate.
- Cash on hand
- $1,015
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Small gifts ($150 or less) | $162 |
| The candidate | $1,204 |
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections filings for Sandefur for Sheriff
Endorsements
- Independence Party of Illinois4Party
Sources
- Brad Sandefur seeks Cook County sheriff as Libertarian, North Shore Weekly. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Brad Sandefur 2026: Cook County Sheriff | The Ballot Brief, The Ballot Brief. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Cook County Sheriff 2026: Thomas J. Dart vs. Brad Sandefur, The Ballot Brief. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Brad Sandefur seeks Cook County sheriff post as Libertarian, La Grange Daily. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.