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Ed Markey won Massachusetts’s Democratic Senate primary 65% to 35% over Seth Moulton, advancing to face Republican John Deaton in November, while Dan Koh won the 6th District Democratic primary and several incumbents survived challenges as Democrats debate experience versus generational leadership.
Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey defeated Rep. Seth Moulton by wide margins in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary, sweeping the state’s major cities and winning in most municipalities, while Moulton carried only a handful, including Salem.
Sen. Ed Markey defeated Rep. Seth Moulton in Massachusetts’ Democratic Senate primary to secure renomination for the general election, underscoring a push for experience within the party while Moulton framed his bid as generational change; Moulton had previously faced scrutiny over comments about transgender athletes and later apologized. The MA primary also featured incumbents Lynch and Neal winning in their districts, illustrating veterans prevailing in several races.
Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey defeated Rep. Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic primary, clearing the path to a third Senate term as he faces Republican John Deaton in November. Markey — a longtime progressive advocate for universal health care and the Green New Deal — was backed by major progressives like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, while Moulton ran as a more moderate challenger. The race touched on concerns about the age of lawmakers, with Markey asserting his energy and readiness, and Moulton criticizing accessibility to voters. Polls had Markey ahead, and the result follows a 2020 primary where Markey narrowly beat Joe Kennedy III.
Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey defeats Rep. Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary, with Moulton conceding and pledging support. Across the state, AP projections show Dan Koh winning Moulton’s 6th District House seat, Maura Healey winning the Democratic gubernatorial primary, Michael Minogue securing the GOP nomination for governor, and Richard Neal and Nick Collins leading in their respective races, while the Brownsberger–Lander state Senate contest remains too early to call.
Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey, backed by progressive champions, faces Rep. Seth Moulton in Massachusetts’ Democratic Senate primary in a battle over age and ideology. Markey touts a left‑wing agenda (Green New Deal, Medicare for All) with endorsements from Warren, Sanders and AOC, while Moulton emphasizes renewal and has drawn support from Gov. Mikie Sherrill and the Boston Globe. The two clash on issues like ICE and transgender athletes, though both agree on some positions. Markey currently leads in polling and fundraising as the Sept. 1 primary approaches, with the winner expected to be the favorite in the general election against Republican John Deaton.
Massachusetts voters head to Tuesday’s Democratic primaries where longtime Senator Ed Markey faces Rep. Seth Moulton in a high-profile Senate contest; in a state that leans strongly Democratic, the primary outcome is likely to determine who represents Massachusetts in Washington next year, with the race framing questions about Markey’s tenure against Moulton’s challenge and broader party dynamics.
A UMass Amherst/WCVB poll of 800 registered voters (445 Democratic primary voters) shows Sen. Ed Markey leading Rep. Seth Moulton 60% to 32% among likely Democratic primary voters in Massachusetts, a sizable swing since July. Markey is viewed as more liberal, experienced and trustworthy, while Moulton is perceived as a younger, more energetic challenger. The survey margins are 4.4% overall and 5.8% among Democrats, with a final debate and Sept. 1 primary on the horizon and early voting beginning Aug. 22.
In Massachusetts, Sen. Ed Markey won the state Democratic Party’s endorsement for reelection, while Rep. Seth Moulton cleared the ballot access hurdle for a Senate bid, signaling a potential Democratic primary challenge as the race for the seat heats up.
Massachusetts Rep. Ed Markey won the state Democratic Party endorsement for the U.S. Senate, while Rep. Seth Moulton cleared a ballot hurdle and remains in the race.