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Victor Marx clinches Colorado GOP gubernatorial primary in a razor-thin win
colorado-politics2 days ago

Victor Marx clinches Colorado GOP gubernatorial primary in a razor-thin win

Victor Marx, a first-time candidate, narrowly defeated state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer in Colorado’s three-way Republican gubernatorial primary, earning a November showdown against Attorney General Phil Weiser. The victory, aided by Marx’s national social media following and unconventional campaign style, comes amid questions about his fitness for office and Kirkmeyer’s fundraising challenges, with no GOP statewide win in Colorado since 2016 and the general election a high-stakes matchup for the party.

via The Colorado Sun|
#2026-election#barbara-kirkmeyer#colorado
politics23 days ago

Kean Jr. to rejoin the House on June 30 after a 117-day health-related absence

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey, out since March due to an undisclosed health issue, will return to the House on June 30, 2026, after 117 days away, a move that matters for Republicans in a tight race against Democrat Rebecca Bennett; the digest also reports on GOP reactions to the Iran peace deal, the NO FAKES Act advancing in the Senate, and questions surrounding Jay Clayton’s nomination.

via Politico|
#2026-election#house-of-representatives#new-jersey
Rhoden and Doeden to Meet in July GOP Runoff for South Dakota Governor
politics1 month ago

Rhoden and Doeden to Meet in July GOP Runoff for South Dakota Governor

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden will face businessman Toby Doeden in a July 28 GOP primary runoff for a full term after neither cleared 35% in Tuesday’s vote. Doeden led with about 31%, Rhoden had 25%, followed by Rep. Dusty Johnson at 23% and former House Speaker Jon Hansen at 21%. Trump did not endorse; Doeden markets himself as a political outsider and Trump ally, while Rhoden touts property tax cuts and crime reductions. The Republican nominee is favored in the general election in a state that hasn’t elected a Democrat governor since the 1970s, and Trump carried SD by 29 points in 2024.

via NBC News|
#2026-election#gop-runoff#larry-rhoden
Kean Jr. Breaks Silence, Hints Rapid Comeback After Hidden Illness
politics1 month ago

Kean Jr. Breaks Silence, Hints Rapid Comeback After Hidden Illness

Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey resurfaced after a month-long absence, stating he’s recovering from an illness and plans to disclose more health details; Speaker Mike Johnson said Kean sounded optimistic about a quick return, and Kean told the New Jersey Globe he expects to vote and campaign again within weeks and will seek a third term in 2026, with doctors saying there are no long-term or cognitive issues.

via Mediaite|
#2026-election#cryptic-interview#health-issues
Duggan exits Michigan governor race, reshaping the 2026 contest
politics1 month ago

Duggan exits Michigan governor race, reshaping the 2026 contest

Former Detroit mayor Mike Duggan ends his unaffiliated bid for Michigan governor, saying the current political climate favors Democrats and leaving the race to likely feature Democrat Jocelyn Benson against Republican John James. Duggan cited polling and fundraising shortfalls as well as the national mood, noting he won’t be a spoiler and acknowledging he’ll be outspent by party machinery.

via Bridge Michigan|
#2026-election#duggan#governor
Tuberville Clinches Alabama GOP Governor Nomination, Favored in November
politics1 month ago

Tuberville Clinches Alabama GOP Governor Nomination, Favored in November

Sen. Tommy Tuberville won the Alabama Republican gubernatorial primary and is positioned as the favorite to win the general election this fall, aiming to replace term-limited Gov. Kay Ivey. Trump endorsed Tuberville, and the state has not elected a Democrat as governor since 1998, with Democrat Doug Jones winning the Democratic primary for governor in the race.

via NBC News|
#2026-election#alabama#gop-gubernatorial-primary
Michigan Democrats secure 20-18 Senate majority after Greene win
politics2 months ago

Michigan Democrats secure 20-18 Senate majority after Greene win

Democrat Chedrick Greene defeated Republican Jason Tunney in Michigan’s 35th Senate District to replace Kristen McDonald Rivet, securing a 20-18 Democratic majority in the state Senate. The race drew high-profile visits from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Pete Buttigieg, and Greene led by about 22 points with 55% of expected votes counted, reflecting a broader pattern of Democrats outperforming Harris in 2024 in that district.

via NBC News|
#2026-election#democrats#michigan
Talarico Shatters Q1 Fundraising Record With $27M for Texas Senate Bid
politics2 months ago

Talarico Shatters Q1 Fundraising Record With $27M for Texas Senate Bid

State Rep. James Talarico raised $27 million in the first quarter of 2026 for his bid to flip Texas in the U.S. Senate, the largest quarterly total for any Senate candidate in any state in an early election year. The haul pushes his total this race to over $40 million from more than 540,000 individual donors across 246 of Texas’ 254 counties, and he has outpaced other Democratic contenders as Democrats push to win a statewide race in a state with 20 media markets.

via The Texas Tribune|
#2026-election#campaign-finance#fundraising
Texas 2026 March Primary Ballot Details
politics6 months ago

Texas 2026 March Primary Ballot Details

Texas will hold its 2026 primary elections on March 3, featuring races for key statewide offices such as governor, attorney general, and lieutenant governor, with early voting starting February 17. Voters can choose candidates for both Democratic and Republican parties, with runoff elections scheduled if no candidate wins a majority. The ballot includes numerous other state and local races, and voters can only participate in one party’s primary and runoff.

via apps.texastribune.org|
#2026-election#candidates#politics
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Withdraws from Re-election Race Amid Controversy
politics6 months ago

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Withdraws from Re-election Race Amid Controversy

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has dropped his bid for reelection amid allegations of child-care fraud in the state and political attacks, including criticism from Donald Trump, citing the need to focus on defending Minnesota rather than campaigning. His exit leaves the Democratic race open, with potential candidates like Senator Amy Klobuchar considering a run, while Republicans, including Mike Lindell, are preparing to challenge for the governorship.

via ABC News|
#2026-election#child-care-fraud#minnesota-governor