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DSA Surge Upends Resistance-Era Democrats in Primaries
politics5 days ago

DSA Surge Upends Resistance-Era Democrats in Primaries

Axios reports that the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America and progressive challengers is eroding the cachet of “Resistance 1.0” Democrats who built credibility on impeachment. Several high-profile impeachment figures have lost or faced tough primaries to DSA-aligned rivals, signaling voters want bolder policy agendas beyond opposing Trump, and that impeachment alone is no longer a guaranteed path to victory in 2026, even as some argue it could still play a role if the party gains power.

via Axios|
#democratic-socialists#democrats#impeachment
politics5 days ago

Democratic Resistance Faces Primary Realignment as Voters Shift Focus

Democrats who rose to prominence opposing Trump during his first term are losing ground in primaries as the base shifts away from anti-Trump accountability toward concerns like the cost of living and foreign policy; high-profile resistance figures such as Vindman and other impeachment managers have struggled or been ousted, signaling a broader realignment, while new faces like Oliver Gilbert III prepare to take seats and the White House sees staff changes such as James Braid departing.

via Politico|
#democrats#politics#primaries
politics5 days ago

Vindman loss signals shift as Democrats pivot beyond Trump resistance

Alexander Vindman’s Florida Senate primary loss underscores a broader pivot in Democratic voters away from the early-Trump-resistance playbook toward cost-of-living and other pocketbook concerns; the piece links his defeat to a string of losses by impeachment-era figures, suggesting the base now favors candidates who address immediate economic issues over vocal opposition to Trump.

via Politico|
#democrats#impeachment#politics
politics6 days ago

Florida's Black Voters Defy Labels in Split Primary Outcomes

Florida’s primaries produced three striking outcomes that show Black voters aren’t a monolith: a Trump-backed Black Republican (Byron Donalds) is headed for the governor’s race, Angie Nixon, a Black progressive, won the Democratic Senate nomination, and Debbie Wasserman Schultz won in a heavily Black district. Taken together, the results suggest Black Floridians are being courted across the ideological spectrum and will base choices on issues like cost of living, opportunity, and representation rather than race alone, signaling a learning curve for both parties ahead of the November vote.

via The Root|
#angie-nixon#black-voters#byron-donalds
politics6 days ago

Freedom Caucus Under Fire in Turbulent Primary Season

The hard-right Freedom Caucus faced a rough primary season as several of its endorsed candidates faltered—from Catalina Lauf in Florida to a slate of Wyoming lawmakers—along with earlier losses by Andy Ogles, Chip Roy, and Ralph Norman, signaling waning influence as GOP voters move toward more mainstream candidates. The caucus Fund’s money yielded few wins (Nevada’s David Flippo being the notable exception), while some allied incumbents like Byron Donalds, Andy Biggs, and Tom Tiffany won in other races, illustrating a mixed, evolving dynamic as Trump-era politics shift.

via Politico|
#florida#freedom-caucus#politics
Wyoming Freedom Caucus Suffers Major Setback as 14 Incumbents Fall in Primaries
politics6 days ago

Wyoming Freedom Caucus Suffers Major Setback as 14 Incumbents Fall in Primaries

Early AP results show the Wyoming Freedom Caucus losing at least 14 incumbents in the state legislature, failing to expand its House majority or gain a Senate majority. Several prominent targets were defeated (including House Speaker Chip Neiman’s bid to unseat Senate President Ogden Driskill), while a number of incumbents defended their seats. The caucus had aimed for a 42-seat House supermajority (and 32 for a simple majority), but results so far suggest the hard-line group did not achieve its goal as votes continue to be counted.

via WyoFile|
#freedom-caucus#incumbents#politics
Peltola and Sullivan top Alaska primary for November Senate showdown
politics6 days ago

Peltola and Sullivan top Alaska primary for November Senate showdown

In Alaska’s nonpartisan primary, incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan and former Democratic congresswoman Mary Peltola advanced to the November general election, with Peltola leading early (about 48% to 42.8%) as the race becomes a marquee contest tied to control of the U.S. Senate; the field also features a rival Dan Sullivan candidate and ongoing debates over oil, gas, and fisheries policy, while fundraising and broader electoral dynamics shape the wider midterm landscape.

via The Guardian|
#alaska#dan-sullivan#mary-peltola
Primary night churns maps and endorsements from Florida to Alaska
politics6 days ago

Primary night churns maps and endorsements from Florida to Alaska

Tuesday’s primary results were largely as expected but featured notable twists: Florida voters shifted toward a mix of candidates with a former Republican and a democratic socialist in statewide races, while one GOP incumbent facing ethics probes was defeated; Wyoming saw Trump’s endorsement struggle as the governor’s race went to a state senator with conservatives performing variably elsewhere; Alaska’s Senate race moved into a ranked-choice path with Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola advancing and more candidates still to join the general election; Pennsylvania held a tightly watched special election in a Trump-leaning district that could hint at broader midterm dynamics; and AIPAC’s spending influenced a California race, underscoring its ongoing sway in congressional contests.

via The Washington Post|
#alaska#florida#pennsylvania
Trump-endorsed favorites stumble and upsets bloom in Florida, Alaska, Wyoming primaries
politics6 days ago

Trump-endorsed favorites stumble and upsets bloom in Florida, Alaska, Wyoming primaries

Florida’s governor race looks set to replace Ron DeSantis with GOP Rep. Byron Donalds facing Democrat David Jolly, while a Democratic socialist, Angie Nixon, wins Florida’s Senate primary and incumbents Moskowitz and Wasserman Schultz survive in newly redrawn House districts; Rep. Cory Mills loses amid ethics investigations. In Alaska, incumbent Dan Sullivan and former Rep. Mary Peltola advance to the general as a second Dan Sullivan (Daniel J. Sullivan Jr.) could appear on the ballot, complicating the race. In Wyoming, Trump-backed candidates falter for governor as Eric Barlow wins the GOP nomination and Harriet Hageman takes the Senate primary. Overall, the night showcases a mix of endorsements and surges, with redistricting and ballot quirks influencing outcomes.

via CNN|
#alaska#elections#florida
Florida primaries vault Nixon and Donalds as open-seat races loom in Alaska, California and Wyoming
politics7 days ago

Florida primaries vault Nixon and Donalds as open-seat races loom in Alaska, California and Wyoming

AP live updates show Byron Donalds winning the Republican nomination for Florida governor and David Jolly winning the Democratic nomination for governor, with Angie Nixon securing the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Florida; Ashley Moody wins the Republican nomination to finish Marco Rubio’s term. The coverage also flags a slate of Florida House nominations proceeding toward November, while Alaska, California and Wyoming hold open-seat contests that could reshape fall races. Wyoming polls have closed and Alaska voters are voicing concerns about the direction of the country as results roll in.

via apnews.com|
#florida#governor#note-extra-tag-kept-to-5-only
Florida’s 2026 primary: essential tips, map changes, and what’s on the ballot
politics7 days ago

Florida’s 2026 primary: essential tips, map changes, and what’s on the ballot

Floridians are voting in the 2026 primary, with more than 1.8 million already casting ballots early or by mail. Eligibility requires registration by July 20, and Florida’s closed primaries mean only registered party voters can vote in that party’s primary, though nonpartisan and universal races are open to all. On primary day, vote at your assigned precinct with a photo ID, or surrender a mail ballot; you can also drop it off at elections offices. The ballot includes governor, U.S. Senate, Congress, and statewide and local races, with redrawn maps reshaping district lines. Polls close at 7 p.m. local time (Florida spans two time zones); results are posted after, with potential machine recounts and eventual certification.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#elections#florida#politics
politics7 days ago

Florida GOP races to unite after bruising primary season

Florida Republicans are shifting from a high‑tension primary season—marked by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ refusal to endorse a successor and rivals attacking Rep. Byron Donalds—to a push for unity ahead of November, with Trump endorsements uneven and turnout potentially soft as DeSantis and Trump sit out this cycle. The party faces internal disputes and races for open seats, but leadership seeks to pivot toward defeating Democrats and preserving GOP control.

via Politico|
#byron-donalds#florida#politics
Alaska, Florida and Wyoming cast pivotal primaries shaping the Senate map
politics7 days ago

Alaska, Florida and Wyoming cast pivotal primaries shaping the Senate map

Voters in Alaska, Florida and Wyoming head to primaries that will influence November contests and the balance of Congress, with Alaska’s top-four ranked-choice format featuring Mary Peltola challenging Sen. Dan Sullivan, Florida’s gubernatorial and Senate races drawing attention to data-center energy debates, and Wyoming aiming to replace retiring Sen. Cynthia Lummis as Harriet Hageman remains the frontrunner; outcomes could recalibrate national party strategies ahead of the midterms.

via CNBC|
#alaska#florida#politics