Trump’s Iowa setback signals a shifting GOP map as independents loom in Montana and South Dakota primaries
TL;DR
Primaries across six states showed Democrats solidifying key nominations, Trump's grip slipping in Iowa where a gubernatorial upset loomed, and independents gaining traction in Montana and South Dakota; California’s marquee race drew celebrity flair with Spencer Pratt amid a crowded field, while New Jersey and New Mexico introduced notable developments—Rebecca Bennett challenging a recovering Rep. Tom Kean Jr. and Deb Haaland potentially becoming the first Native American governor. The results hint at a flexible fall map as parties recalibrate.
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