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A Republican Jewish Coalition Victory Fund ad backing Ed Gallrein attacks Rep. Thomas Massie for opposing the Iran war as Massie faces Gallrein in a May primary. The move, one of the first to use the Iran war in a primary contest, follows a House vote rejecting a War Powers resolution to halt the attack; Massie defends his stance as part of a broader push to end 'forever wars' and challenge Trump-aligned positions.
Former New York Yankee Mark Teixeira won the Texas-21 Republican primary with Trump-backed support, signaling a hard-line immigration stance, support for ICE, and gun-rights advocacy; he’ll face Democrat Kristin Hook in November, as Republicans pursue a high-profile, celebrity-driven bid that poses challenges for Democrats.
Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page leads Senate Leader Phil Berger by two votes in North Carolina's GOP primary, with the margin triggering the possibility of a recount since it’s within 1%; outstanding provisional and overseas ballots could still change the result, and a recount must be requested by noon on the second business day after canvass (March 17). Berger has led the Senate since 2011, Page has long opposed casino expansion and gained national attention as an early Trump supporter, with Trump endorsing Berger while praising Page.
Embattled Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales was forced into a May runoff after backlash over reports of an affair with a former staffer who died by suicide; he will face 2A influencer Brandon Herrera in a contest that echoes his narrow 2024 victory and could hinge on Hispanic voters and GOP loyalty.
Retired U.S. Army Colonel Laurie Buckhout won North Carolina's Republican primary in the 1st Congressional District, setting up a rematch with incumbent Democrat Don Davis. Redistricting made the district more conservative, boosting Buckhout's prospects in a costly November race contested across multiple counties, with heavy spending from Buckhout and outside groups.
Steve Toth defeated Rep. Dan Crenshaw in Texas’s 2nd District Republican primary, unseating Crenshaw—the first incumbent to lose renomination in the 2026 cycle. Toth ran on a more Trump-aligned platform and secured a late endorsement from Sen. Ted Cruz, challenging Crenshaw’s foreign policy and immigration stances; Crenshaw, who had backed Ukraine aid, had tried to tie himself closely to Trump. The district remains solidly Republican, with Toth favored to win in November.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a MAGA favorite, is poised to win the GOP primary for the Senate against longtime incumbent John Cornyn, with polls showing Paxton ahead and a runoff likely; his impeachment acquittal and past investigations haven’t slowed his rise, aided by deep donor support and grassroots energy, while Trump has not endorsed and Democrats warn his baggage could threaten Republicans in November.
Emerson College Polling finds Trump at 43% approval and 55% disapproval (up 4 points). For 2028, Newsom leads the Democratic primary (20%), followed by Buttigieg (16%), Harris (13%), AOC (9%), Shapiro (7%),Beshear (5%), with 24% undecided; in the Republican primary, JD Vance leads at 52% over Rubio (20%) and DeSantis (6%), with 11% undecided. The 2026 generic ballot shows Democrats up 50% to 42%. Cost of living is the top voter concern (mean 8.2/10), with healthcare costs and inflation also high. The poll surveyed 1,000 likely voters Feb. 21–22, 2026, MOE ±3%.
Elon Musk reportedly gave $10 million to a PAC backing Nate Morris in Kentucky’s GOP Senate primary to replace Mitch McConnell, boosting Morris’s campaign as Daniel Cameron leads polls and Morris trails in fundraising.
ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan resigned to run in Ohio’s 9th District as a Republican in a crowded primary to unseat Rep. Marcy Kaptur. The race follows redistricting that made the district more GOP-friendly; the May 5, 2026 primary also features several other GOP contenders, with national attention on electoral dynamics and Trump-era immigration policy influence.
Rep. Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and announced her retirement from Congress, citing family reasons and strategic considerations, after initially entering the race with support from Trump and GOP leadership.
President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, on Friday at the Rocky Mount Events Center, endorsing GOP Senate candidate Michael Whatley, who is running in the upcoming primary to replace retiring Senator Thom Tillis. The event is part of Trump's ongoing campaign activities in North Carolina, where he has previously visited and spoken on various issues.
New York Republicans are heading towards a contentious gubernatorial primary between Elise Stefanik and Bruce Blakeman, with President Trump’s ambiguous stance adding to the uncertainty. Trump has not explicitly endorsed a candidate, despite discussions with Blakeman and praise for both candidates, which complicates the GOP's strategy in a deeply Democratic state. The outcome of the primary and Trump’s potential endorsement could significantly influence the race against Democratic candidate Kathy Hochul.
Matt Van Epps, backed by Donald Trump, won the Republican primary in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District and will face Democrat Aftyn Behn in December; the seat's GOP hold could strengthen the party's majority in the House.
Senator Bill Cassidy's political future in Louisiana may depend on former President Trump's silence and support, as he navigates a challenging GOP primary with potential rivals like Julia Letlow and others, amid shifting alliances and Trump's influence in the state.