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Goodwin Secures Democratic Nomination for Texas Lieutenant Governor, Faces Patrick
politics4 hours ago

Goodwin Secures Democratic Nomination for Texas Lieutenant Governor, Faces Patrick

State Rep. Vikki Goodwin won the Democratic runoff to become the party's lieutenant governor nominee and will face Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in November; Goodwin pitched herself as a public schools advocate focusing on affordability, healthcare access and water infrastructure, while Patrick—an ally of Trump with a large fundraising lead—presides over a GOP-led Texas Senate, setting up a high-stakes general election in Austin.

via The Texas Tribune|
#2026-elections#dan-patrick#lieutenant-governor
politics6 hours ago

Trump’s Revenge Tour Could Run Beyond 2026, Targeting Loyalists and Looming 2028 Battles

The piece portrays a continuing Trump-led “revenge tour” that has already helped topple GOP incumbents and may target more establishment Republicans in 2026, including potential Senate rivals like Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Todd Young. Endorsements against incumbents (e.g., Cornyn) signal Trump’s willingness to reshape the party, while lawmakers warn the strategy could backfire if the GOP loses chambers in the 2026 midterms. The article also notes ongoing challenges and potential retirements asTrump fends off challengers in 2028 races and keeps focus on future battles with several of his critics and allies in various committees and districts.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#politics#primary-elections
DeSantis-backed Florida map advances to 2026 elections amid gerrymandering allegations
politics12 hours ago

DeSantis-backed Florida map advances to 2026 elections amid gerrymandering allegations

A judge appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis cleared Florida to use a new GOP-drawn congressional map for the 2026 midterms despite plaintiffs’ claims it violates the voter-approved ban on partisan gerrymandering; the judge found insufficient evidence of partisan intent, noting questions to the mapmaker were limited, and the plaintiffs plan to appeal the decision.

via Democracy Docket|
#2026-elections#desantis#florida
politics1 day ago

Florida judge keeps DeSantis-backed congressional map in place for 2026 elections

A Florida circuit judge refused to block a newly adopted congressional map that could yield four additional GOP seats in 2026, signaling that the map will likely stay in place while the ongoing legal challenge over partisan redistricting proceeds. Judge Hawkes said delaying the map would create election chaos and noted that the state’s election machinery is already underway. The ruling does not decide the core constitutional questions about the map or the Fair Districts amendments; advocates for the challengers vow to keep fighting, potentially up to the Florida Supreme Court, while Republicans celebrate the maintained redraw amid population shifts and a looming federal court landscape.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#desantis#florida
Trump Disapproval Hits Fresh Low in RealClearPolitics Poll Average
politics2 days ago

Trump Disapproval Hits Fresh Low in RealClearPolitics Poll Average

Trump's job disapproval in RealClearPolitics' average rose to a fresh low of 58.3%, eclipsing his previous post–Jan. 6 low of 57.6%, with an unfavorable rating of 55.9%. Recent polls—including Fox News and Reuters/Ipsos—show disapproval above 60%, and in 21 major polls his disapproval remains 55% or higher while his approval sits around 39.8%, signaling a difficult path for him and the GOP this November.

via Mediaite|
#2026-elections#disapproval-rating#donald-trump
Pennsylvania primaries set the stage for a House showdown in 2026
politics7 days ago

Pennsylvania primaries set the stage for a House showdown in 2026

Democrats’ four battleground primaries in Pennsylvania could decide control of the House, as Democrats need a net of three seats in November. Nominees include Bob Brooks in the Allentown-area 7th District to face Rep. Ryan Mackenzie; Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie in the 1st District to take on Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick; Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti in the 8th District to face Rep. Rob Bresnahan; and Janelle Stelson in the 10th District to challenge Rep. Scott Perry. Outside spending and endorsements from unions and party committees have heavily influenced these races, underscoring the high-stakes fight for a House majority amid broader primary battles nationwide.

via NBC News|
#2026-elections#house-of-representatives#pennsylvania
Trump backs Paxton in Texas Senate runoff, reshaping the GOP race
politics8 days ago

Trump backs Paxton in Texas Senate runoff, reshaping the GOP race

President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff against Sen. John Cornyn, giving Paxton a major boost as early voting continues. Trump praised Paxton’s MAGA-aligned positions, including ending the filibuster and backing the SAVE America Act, while noting Cornyn’s late support for him. The move follows months of ads from both camps and tight polling, with Democrats signaling Paxton as beatable. The outcome could influence down-ballot races and the broader Texas political landscape.

via The Texas Tribune|
#2026-elections#donald-trump#john-cornyn
politics20 days ago

Shapiro Bets His Coattails on a Pennsylvania House Shake-Up

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is backing firefighter union leader Bob Brooks to run for a House seat in a high-stakes battleground, aiming to flip up to four Pennsylvania seats and prove his political clout extends beyond his own race; Brooks has benefited from Shapiro’s endorsement and outside money, but faces a competitive field, fundraising gaps, and backlash that could test whether Shapiro’s influence translates to the federal level.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#bob-brooks#house-races
Ramaswamy Clinches Ohio GOP Governor Nomination, Faces Acton in November
politics21 days ago

Ramaswamy Clinches Ohio GOP Governor Nomination, Faces Acton in November

Vivek Ramaswamy won the Republican nomination for Ohio governor in the primary and will face Democrat Amy Acton in November, with Gov. DeWine term-limited. The field tightened after Dave Yost dropped out and Jim Tressel didn’t run; Ramaswamy defeated Casey Putsch. Acton had no challengers. In fundraising, Ramaswamy reported about $30 million cash on hand (roughly $5 million raised in Q1 2026 plus a $25 million self-loan) while Acton had about $3 million on hand after raising $5.1 million. Vice President JD Vance said he voted for Ramaswamy.

via CBS News|
#2026-elections#amy-acton#gop-primary
Rogan Backs Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles Mayoral Bid
politics1 month ago

Rogan Backs Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles Mayoral Bid

On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan voiced support for Spencer Pratt’s bid to become Los Angeles mayor, noting he’d vote for Pratt if he lived in L.A. (he currently resides in Texas). Pratt aims to unseat incumbent Karen Bass, criticizing the status quo after the Palisades fire and framing his campaign as a mission to revitalize the city.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#2026-elections#joe-rogan#karen-bass
Trump hints at a 2026 Supreme Court shake-up
politics1 month ago

Trump hints at a 2026 Supreme Court shake-up

Trump signaled that aging conservative justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas could retire in a way that benefits his 2026 political calculus, saying he already has a short list of potential replacements and suggesting a like-minded successor could serve for decades. The piece notes retirement timing often follows when the president and Senate party align, warns of the political risk for Democrats, and highlights how replacing one or both justices could cement a conservative majority for years while potentially energizing the GOP base ahead of the 2026 elections.

via CNN|
#2026-elections#alito#politics