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Rhode Island governor race intensifies as McKee faces Foulkes in tough Democratic primary
politics1 month ago

Rhode Island governor race intensifies as McKee faces Foulkes in tough Democratic primary

Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee is in a narrow Democratic primary against Helena Foulkes, a former CVS executive. McKee has attacked Foulkes as an out-of-touch corporate candidate and touted labor endorsements, while Foulkes defends CVS’s record, including opioid-related settlements and her leadership there. The contest highlights party divisions, with McKee carrying some labor support and Foulkes seeking to broaden her base, including ties to McKee’s hometown. The race features contrasting visions of leadership and accountability in a state where neither the state Democratic Party nor the AFL‑CIO endorsed a candidate.

Minogue cruises to Massachusetts GOP governor nomination
politics1 month ago

Minogue cruises to Massachusetts GOP governor nomination

Mike Minogue won the Massachusetts Republican gubernatorial primary in a landslide over Brian Shortsleeve, taking roughly 80% of the vote to Shortsleeve’s about 29% and advancing to a November matchup with Gov. Maura Healey. He framed the victory as a movement and thanked supporters; Healey and Democrats labeled him MAGA-aligned, while Shortsleeve endorsed him after the result. Minogue, a former Abiomed CEO, previously dominated the state GOP convention, signaling momentum heading into the general election where Trump-aligned attacks are expected to intensify.

Lindell Refuses to Concede Minnesota GOP Governor Primary as Demuth Clinches Victory
politics1 month ago

Lindell Refuses to Concede Minnesota GOP Governor Primary as Demuth Clinches Victory

MyPillow founder Mike Lindell refused to concede Minnesota’s Republican governor primary after Lisa Demuth’s decisive lead (roughly 43.4% to 32.4%), saying votes remain to be counted and questioning the outcome. Demuth celebrated the victory and urged focus on the November race, while Lindell recently stepped down as MyPillow’s CEO to pursue the campaign and has a history of promoting election‑integrity claims; Trump endorsed Lindell. In the Democratic primary, Amy Klobuchar won the DFL race.

Wisconsin Governor Primary: Insurgent Hong Faces Establishment Push for Electability
politics2 months ago

Wisconsin Governor Primary: Insurgent Hong Faces Establishment Push for Electability

POLITICO’s Playbook traces Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, where insurgent Francesca Hong challenges establishment-backed David Crowley as voters weigh electability against a Trump-backed Republican, Tom Tiffany. Hong has tempered some past positions amid scrutiny of old tweets, while Crowley and Gov. Tony Evers push for unity; Hong says she would endorse Crowley if she wins, and Crowley hedges on campaigning with her as Democrats debate how best to defeat Tiffany in November.

Benson Triumphs in Michigan Democratic Governor Primary, Sets Sights on James
politics2 months ago

Benson Triumphs in Michigan Democratic Governor Primary, Sets Sights on James

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson won Michigan’s Democratic gubernatorial primary by a wide margin over Chris Swanson, advancing to the November general election to face Republican John James; her familiarity as state secretary of state and strong fundraising helped her path, while the mostly cordial primary contrasted with ongoing questions about ties to data centers linked to her husband. Benson is set to launch a robust general-election campaign with a planned $10 million ad buy, focusing on kitchen-table issues like costs, wages and rights.

Democrats Hesitate at the Ballot Box Amid California Governor Runoff Fears
politics4 months ago

Democrats Hesitate at the Ballot Box Amid California Governor Runoff Fears

California’s crowded gubernatorial primary has Democrats delaying their ballots for strategic reasons, wary that two Republicans could advance in the jungle primary. Polls show Xavier Becerra leading, with Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer close behind, prompting voters to weigh choices to avoid a Republican‑leaning November runoff.

Trump Backs Pamela Evette in SC Governor Race with Sweeping Voting-Restriction Plan
politics4 months ago

Trump Backs Pamela Evette in SC Governor Race with Sweeping Voting-Restriction Plan

Trump endorsed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette in South Carolina’s GOP gubernatorial primary, backing a candidate who has outlined a sweeping voting-restriction agenda—ending the “reasonable impediment” ID option, requiring citizenship proof for registration, expanding purge methods and data sharing, using federal voter data systems, and creating an Election Integrity Unit to police alleged fraud—positions critics say would curb access to the ballot. The endorsement underscores Trump’s pattern of backing loyalists on voting rights, while Evette’s lead in polls is narrow and the ultimate impact of the backing remains uncertain.

"Baton Rouge Election 2023: Oct. 14 Results Revealed"
politics3 years ago

"Baton Rouge Election 2023: Oct. 14 Results Revealed"

Voters in Louisiana participated in the Gubernatorial Primary Election on October 14, with multiple candidates vying for positions such as Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, and Treasurer. Various local races for judges, sheriffs, and parish presidents were also contested. Additionally, there were amendments on private funds in elections, freedom of worship, state retirement system payments, and tax exemptions for nonprofit organizations. The election results are available on the Secretary of State's website.

DeSantis' Endorsements Suffer Defeat to Trump-Backed Candidates.
politics3 years ago

DeSantis' Endorsements Suffer Defeat to Trump-Backed Candidates.

Kentucky's Republican gubernatorial primary winner, Daniel Cameron, mocked Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in his victory speech, touting a "Trump culture of winning" after DeSantis had criticized the GOP's "culture of losing." Trump pushed back on DeSantis' remarks, highlighting his support of DeSantis in prior races and his lead over the Florida governor in recent 2024 polling. DeSantis is considered a top potential contender for the 2024 presidential race and is expected to announce his candidacy soon.