Helena Foulkes Withdraws from RI Congressional Race

Former gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes announced she won’t seek the seat and state Sen. Sandra Cano jumped into the race to replace Congressman David Cicilline. Foulkes hinted that she is considering another bid for governor in 2026. Cano, a Pawtucket Democrat, said her priorities in Congress would include the rights of labor unions, affordable health care and a national assault-weapons ban. No Republicans have announced campaigns so far, though the party’s 2022 nominee for lieutenant governor, Aaron Guckian, is among those who’ve expressed interest in running. The primary is expected to take place in August or September, with the special election two months later.