CHICAGO (AP) — Republican Bruce Rauner is preparing to take over as Illinois governor.

The Winnetka businessman on Wednesday named the leaders of his transition team. He says his running mate, Wheaton City Council member Evelyn Sanguinetti, will serve as chairwoman. The team also includes several senior campaign staff.
Rauner defeated Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn on Tuesday but the Chicago Democrat has not yet conceded. He says he’s waiting for all votes to be counted.

In an emailed statement Rauner says he’s “committed to assembling a diverse and talented team to drive results” for Illinois.
Rauner spent Wednesday in meetings and didn’t have any public appearances planned.

Spokesman Mike Schrimpf says the lack of a public schedule was out of respect for Quinn and because Rauner wants to take “a methodical, thoughtful approach.”

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