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politics7 days ago•6 min saved

Florida primary shock: Angie Nixon wins as tariffs pause and Panettiere family speaks out

Democratic socialist Angie Nixon pulled off a major upset in Florida's Democratic Senate primary, setting up a November race against Ashley Moody; President Trump paused 50% tariffs on Canada amid deal talk; Hayden Panettiere’s mother spoke publicly about concerns over her daughter's death and the boyfriend involved; and Pennsylvania prosecutors announced charges in a Penn State fraternity-linked drug-trafficking investigation.

via NBC News|

#angie-nixon #canada-tariffs #democratic-primary

politics8 days ago•1 min saved

Markey Extends Lead Over Moulton in Mass. Democratic Primary Poll

In a Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll ahead of the September Massachusetts Democratic primary, incumbent Sen. Ed Markey leads Rep. Seth Moulton 52.2% to 38%, up from 47%–30% in April, with Markey's margin widening. The survey also queried opinions on Markey's age, other state leaders, major issues, November ballot questions, and the 2028 Democratic presidential primary.

via bostonglobe.com|

#democratic-primary #ed-markey #massachusetts

politics9 days ago•5 min saved

Newsom's 2028 Bid Faces Grueling Six-State Primary Test

A reshuffled 2028 Democratic primary calendar pits Gavin Newsom on a tough six-state early slate (South Carolina, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia) before Super Tuesday, enabling rivals to scrutinize his California record on issues from transgender policy to energy, oil phaseouts and data-center incentives. With polling showing other candidates gaining traction and Newsom's national appeal potentially waning, the piece argues his governorship ending in 2027 could become baggage in a crowded field alongside Kamala Harris's rising profile.

via New York Post|

#2028-election #california-policy #democratic-primary

politics14 days ago•6 min saved

Ex-NJ mayor and husband charged over fraudulent signatures on Dem primary petition

A former Lumberton Township mayor, Gina LaPlaca, and her husband were charged with filing a false petition and tampering with public records after investigators found multiple fraudulent signatures on her nominating petition for the June Democratic primary; LaPlaca, who previously pleaded guilty to a DUI involving her child, faces additional charges and a Sept. 21 court date.

via Fox News|

#democratic-primary #election-fraud #lumberton-township

politics14 days ago•12 min saved

Bronin defeats Larson in CT-1 primary, signaling a generational shift in Congress

Former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin defeated longtime incumbent Rep. John Larson in Connecticut's 1st District Democratic primary, winning about 53.5% to 34.7% with roughly half the votes counted. The race highlighted a push for generational change and a fresher voice in Congress, aided by heavy outside spending, with Bronin now the clear favorite in November in the safely Democratic district.

via CT Mirror|

#connecticut #democratic-primary #generational-change

politics14 days ago•5 min saved

Crowley shocks Wisconsin Democrats, advances to face Tiffany in November

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley won Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary in a razor-thin upset over Francesca Hong (roughly 39.8% to 39.4% with 98% of votes) after relaunching his campaign and benefiting from endorsements and heavy ad spending; Hong had led in late polling but faced scrutiny over past positions and electability. Crowley will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in November, a race that could make Crowley Wisconsin’s first Black governor if he wins.

via NBC News|

#crowley #democratic-primary #francesca-hong

politics14 days ago•38 min saved

Crowley clinches Wisconsin governor primary, heading to showdown with Tiffany

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary, a win seen as establishment-backed and likely to shape the November race against Trump-backed Rep. Tom Tiffany. The contest highlighted tensions over electability, with Hong strongest in more educated areas but underperforming in others, and turnout running lower than hoped amid heavy TV ad spending by Crowley and outside groups.

via Politico|

#crowley #democratic-primary #electability

politics14 days ago•2 min saved

Bronin defeats Larson in Connecticut primary, signaling a generational shift

Former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin defeated Rep. John Larson in Connecticut's Democratic primary, making Larson the seventh incumbent Democrat to lose a primary this year; Bronin ran on generational change and benefited from strong fundraising and party backing.

via Axios|

#connecticut #democratic-primary #incumbents

politics14 days ago•29 min saved

Cooke clinches Dem nomination in Wisconsin’s 3rd District to face Van Orden

Rebecca Cooke won the Democratic primary for Wisconsin’s 3rd District, setting up a high-stakes November rematch against GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden in a key swing district, backed by the DCCC and broad party endorsements.

via Politico|

#democratic-primary #derrick-van-orden #politics

politics14 days ago•10 min saved

Lamont Clinches CT Democratic Primary, Eyes Third Term

Incumbent Gov. Ned Lamont defeated Josh Elliott by roughly two-thirds in Connecticut’s Democratic primary, a decisive win that keeps Lamont on track for a third term and sets up a November showdown with Republican Ryan Fazio. Elliott ran as a left-leaning challenger pushing higher taxes and a public option, but Lamont’s record—handling the pandemic, generating budget surpluses, and enacting a major tax cut—helped him prevail. The race, CT’s first gubernatorial primary since 1978, highlights intra‑party tensions amid a broader national trend toward establishment incumbents, as Elliott vows to stay engaged in politics and Lamont touts steady, pragmatic governance. Elliott’s campaign included sharp ads, including a controversial “diaper” spot that drew backlash from voters.

via CT Mirror|

#connecticut #democratic-primary #governor

politics15 days ago•10 min saved

Wisconsin primary could propel a progressive bid, but national leaders stay on the sideline

In Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, front-runner Francesca Hong is banking on a progressive win but has drawn few national endorsements from leaders like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez who say they’re focused on Congress. Critics question her electability and past social-media posts; Hong’s supporters frame the race as a test for the progressive movement ahead of 2028, with unity tours planned after the primary and a general-election challenge against a Trump-backed Republican looming.

via Politico|

#democratic-primary #endorsements #francesca-hong

us-politics16 days ago•13 min saved

Wisconsin's progressive frontrunner rides a grassroots surge amid electability fears

Francesca Hong, a 37-year-old progressive running for Wisconsin governor, has built a broad grassroots surge in a crowded Democratic primary with bold plans like universal childcare, fully funded public schools, and a one-year moratorium on datacenters. She faces scrutiny over past tweets and questions about electability in a swing state, as rivals including Crowley re-enter and Evers weighs in. The race, fueled by strong ground organizing and a national spotlight, could influence Wisconsin’s general election outcome and the broader Democratic strategy in swing states.

via theguardian.com|

#datacenters-moratorium #democratic-primary #francesca-hong

politics17 days ago•2 min saved

Hong Leads Wisconsin Governor Primary by 22 Points, State Navigate Poll Finds

State Navigate's final Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial poll shows Francesca Hong with a 22-point lead four days before the primary, a result that aligns with a Marquette Law School poll and follows Mandela Barnes’s withdrawal; amid national polling volatility after Michigan’s miss, the survey underscores Hong’s strong position entering Election Day.

via State Navigate|

#democratic-primary #francesca-hong #politics

politics19 days ago•20 min saved

Progressive Surge: Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary

Abdul El-Sayed, a 41-year-old physician and son of Egyptian immigrants, narrowly won Michigan's Democratic Senate primary after a recount, signaling a rise of the party's progressive wing. He edged establishment-backed Haley Stevens by under 15,000 votes, with support from figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The victory sets up a high-stakes November race in a swing state and leaves Democrats with the challenge of unifying the party while fending off Republican attacks amid a shifting electoral landscape.

via EL PAÍS English|

#abdul-el-sayed #democratic-primary #michigan

politics19 days ago•4 min saved

McKinney edges Thanedar to clinch Dem nomination in Michigan's 13th

Michigan state Rep. Donavan McKinney defeated incumbent Rep. Shri Thanedar in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District, taking about 51.47% of Wayne County votes (57,714) to Thanedar's 47.7% (53,494) with all precincts reporting. The district centers on Detroit and nearby communities; McKinney, 34, has served in the Michigan House since 2023.

via WXYZ Channel 7|

#13th-congressional-district #democratic-primary #donavan-mckinney