Markey Holds Off Moulton in Massachusetts Democratic Primary, Secures Third Senate Term

Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey defeated Rep. Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic primary, clearing the path to a third Senate term as he faces Republican John Deaton in November. Markey — a longtime progressive advocate for universal health care and the Green New Deal — was backed by major progressives like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, while Moulton ran as a more moderate challenger. The race touched on concerns about the age of lawmakers, with Markey asserting his energy and readiness, and Moulton criticizing accessibility to voters. Polls had Markey ahead, and the result follows a 2020 primary where Markey narrowly beat Joe Kennedy III.