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Undecided voters get a last-minute guide to California’s open governor race
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Kentucky primary results begin rolling in across federal, state, and local races
Real-time results from the Associated Press show Kentucky voters’ choices across federal, state, and local races in the May 19, 2026 primary, with district-by-district updates including Louisville-area contests as ballots are tallied.
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Indiana House primaries set the stage for November battles
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Redrawn Ohio map heightens GOP odds in U.S. House primaries
Ohio’s newly redrawn map is expected to tilt the U.S. House primaries toward Republicans in districts held by Democrats Marcy Kaptur and Greg Landsman, as GOP challengers Derek Merrin, Madison Sheahan and Josh Williams vie for nominations; Trump has endorsed Eric Conroy against Landsman, and Washington Post live updates are tracking results ahead of the November ballot.
Virginia backs temporary redistricting amendment, reshaping the House map
Virginia voters approved a temporary constitutional amendment to let Democrats redraw congressional districts, potentially adding up to four Democratic-leaning seats and returning Virginia to a bipartisan redistricting commission in 2030.
Money and Lobbying Shape Illinois Democratic Primaries
Pro-Israel donor networks aligned with AIPAC funded Illinois Democratic primary campaigns, helping Juliana Stratton win the Senate nomination while producing mixed results for AIPAC-backed House candidates, illustrating how outside money influences elections ahead of November.
Pritzker to Battle Bailey Again as Preckwinkle Prevails in Chicago Primary
Chicago-area primary results set Gov. JB Pritzker for a November rematch with Darren Bailey after a largely uncontested Democratic gubernatorial race; Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won the Democratic nomination for Senate and will face Republican Don Tracy; Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle defeated Ald. Brendan Reilly; Patty García secured the Democratic nod for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District; turnout hovered around 25% as final mail-in and provisional ballots continue to be counted ahead of the November 3 general election.
Louisiana Sets Three State Legislature Special Elections as Vacancies Drive Ballots
Three Louisiana state-legislature seats are up for grabs: Senate District 3 in New Orleans (Bouie resignation) where Sidney Barthelemy and Kenn Barnes advanced to a runoff, and House Districts 69 (Baton Rouge area) and 100 (New Orleans East to St. Tammany) with the same three-way dynamics. District 69 uses a majority-wins primary and could move to an April 18 runoff if no candidate clears 50%; District 100 sent Kenya Rounds and Dana Henry to a special general election after Jason Hughes’s resignation. Republicans hold large majorities in both chambers (Senate 28-10, House 72-31 with two vacancies). Polls close at 9 PM ET, with results shaping early outcomes and potential further runoffs; additional related elections are listed on the calendar for 2026 and beyond.
NC Board Extends Halifax Precinct Voting, Delays Primary Results to 8:30 PM
North Carolina’s State Board of Elections extended voting at Halifax County’s Littleton precinct to 8:30 p.m. after a morning delay caused by electronic poll book synchronization. Under state law, extensions are allowed for disruptions; votes cast after 7:30 p.m. will be provisional, and unofficial statewide results will not be released until all polls are closed, with results expected around 8:30 p.m. via the Election Results Dashboard.
Trump pushes to take over voting as GOP unveils sweeping suppression bill
Democracy Docket’s weekly roundup chronicles a sharp partisan clash: Trump calls for taking control of elections while House Republicans roll out the Save America Act, a restrictive voting bill that would require citizenship proof and, after pushback, a photo ID, risking disenfranchising many eligible voters. The week also includes a federal judge denying the DOJ access to Oregon’s voter rolls, Fulton County, Georgia challenging an FBI raid on its elections hub, and the Supreme Court dismissing a GOP challenge to California’s new congressional map, signaling ongoing battles over voting rules and redistricting.
Democratic Wins and Voter Shifts Signal Political Change
Following significant Democratic victories in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including Mikie Sherrill’s win for NJ governor and other local races, President Trump called for sweeping election reforms, while Democrats celebrated a political resurgence and increased voter turnout across key states.
Spanberger Makes History as Democrats Sweep Virginia Races in 2025
Zohran Mamdani wins the NYC mayoral race, defeating Cuomo, with high voter turnout and significant political reactions across the US, including victories in Virginia and New Jersey, and ongoing debates over election integrity and political strategies.
Election 2025: Key State Races and Early Results
Voters across several key states and cities are participating in elections with notable races for governor in Virginia and New Jersey, a mayoral race in NYC, and a ballot measure in California on redistricting. The Virginia race leans Democratic, with historic firsts possible, while New Jersey's race features a moderate candidate. Voters are also influenced by national issues like immigration policies and economic concerns, with President Trump's endorsements and opinions playing a significant role. Turnout is high, especially in NYC, and the elections are seen as a reflection of broader political sentiments.