Establishment edges out progressives in Wisconsin as Tuesday primaries reshape the map

Democrats in Wisconsin rallied behind establishment pick David Crowley to narrowly defeat Francesca Hong for governor, signaling late consolidation and concern over Hong’s electability in a general election; in Minnesota, progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan defeated moderate Rep. Angie Craig for the Senate nomination, while Connecticut saw Luke Bronin unseating veteran Rep. John Larson, signaling a generational shift. Wisconsin’s 3rd District also moved toward establishment-backed Rebecca Cooke, defeating a progressive rival. Across the map, several Trump-endorsed candidates underperformed in GOP contests, underscoring ongoing tensions between the party’s progressive flank and its establishment in battleground elections.