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White House pressure campaign fails to derail Indiana Senate primary candidate
politics18 hours ago

White House pressure campaign fails to derail Indiana Senate primary candidate

White House aides pressed Alexandra Wilson to withdraw from Indiana’s state Senate primary to help Trump-backed Brenda Wilson defeat Greg Goode, offering possible administration roles and warning of personal attacks. Over several February days, multiple White House staffers and allied groups contacted Wilson, but she stayed in the race. A legal challenge to disqualify her ultimately left her on the ballot, highlighting how national political pressure can seep into local elections.

via Yahoo|
#alexandra-wilson#donald-trump#indiana
White House pressure to oust Indiana GOP candidate falters as race continues
politics1 day ago

White House pressure to oust Indiana GOP candidate falters as race continues

White House aides pressed Alexandra Wilson to drop out of Indiana's state Senate primary to help Trump–backed Brenda Wilson defeat Greg Goode, offering job opportunities and warning of attacks. Wilson refused, and a bid to disqualify her failed, leaving her on the ballot and illustrating behind-the-scenes pressure campaigns in U.S. elections.

via NBC News|
#indiana#politics#pressure-campaign
Iowa Dems square off to flip Ernst seat amid talk of Schumer ties and dark money
politics2 days ago

Iowa Dems square off to flip Ernst seat amid talk of Schumer ties and dark money

In Des Moines, two Democrats vying to flip Iowa’s Senate seat clash over big-money politics: Zach Wahls accuses rival Josh Turek of being linked to Chuck Schumer via outside groups like VoteVets, which is backing Turek with substantial ad spending. Turek counters with a focus on electability in a Republican-leaning state and a populist agenda. National Republicans are pouring money into the general election (Ashley Hinson) and observers worry a costly primary could hurt the eventual Democrat nominee. Through early 2026, Wahls has raised about $2 million with roughly $733k on hand, while Turek has about $1.7 million raised and just under $400k on hand.

via NBC News|
#campaign-finance#iowa#politics
North Carolina Senate Leader Berger Loses Tight GOP Primary to Sheriff Sam Page
politics17 days ago

North Carolina Senate Leader Berger Loses Tight GOP Primary to Sheriff Sam Page

North Carolina Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger conceded his Republican primary to Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page after a partial hand recount widened Page’s lead to 23 votes; despite Donald Trump’s endorsement and heavy outside spending, Berger’s long hold on the chamber appears to be ending as Page leverages district resentment over a casino proposal, aiming to win in November.

via CNN|
#berger#northcarolina#politics
CA GOP governor hopeful cites massive ballot seizure in disputed probe
politics19 days ago

CA GOP governor hopeful cites massive ballot seizure in disputed probe

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican candidate for California governor, says his office launched a probe into ballot counts from a 2025 redistricting special election after a local complaint, claiming more than 500,000 ballots were seized; elections officials dispute the assertion as Bianco competes in a GOP primary that includes multiple Democrats.

via The Independent|
#california#elections#governor
Moderates rally behind Stevens in Michigan Senate primary
politics22 days ago

Moderates rally behind Stevens in Michigan Senate primary

ModSquad, a coalition backing several moderate Senate Democrats, endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, underscoring a divide within the party between Stevens's establishment backing and progressives Mallory McMorrow and Abdul El-Sayed. With Sen. Gary Peters retiring, Stevens is seen as the leadership-backed choice as the party competes to hold the seat in November.

via Axios|
#democrats#haley-stevens#michigan
Stratton’s Senate path clears as CNN projects Illinois Democratic primary win
politics24 days ago

Stratton’s Senate path clears as CNN projects Illinois Democratic primary win

CNN projects Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton will win the Democratic primary for the open U.S. Senate seat, aided by Gov. JB Pritzker’s early and heavy backing. Her victory over a crowded field, including Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly, would put her on a glide path to Washington, potentially making her the second Black woman from Illinois to serve in the Senate and continuing the broader national trend of Black women in the chamber; Stratton will face GOP candidate Don Tracy in November.

via CNN|
#democrats#illinois#politics
Crypto Cash Sparks Illinois Senate Primary Clash
politics27 days ago

Crypto Cash Sparks Illinois Senate Primary Clash

Illinois’ open Senate primary to replace retiring Sen. Durbin features heavy outside spending from crypto interests backing Raja Krishnamoorthi and Gov. Pritzker’s support for Juliana Stratton, highlighting big-money influence in Democratic politics. Krishnamoorthi denies being beholden to crypto backers, Stratton’s camp argues she’s not controlled by billionaires, and polling suggests a tight race with Rep. Robin Kelly trailing behind.

via The Washington Post|
#campaign-finance#crypto#democrats
Trump escalates anti-Massie push with Kentucky rally and primary backing
politics-and-policy1 month ago

Trump escalates anti-Massie push with Kentucky rally and primary backing

President Trump escalates his feud with GOP Rep. Thomas Massie by visiting Massie’s Kentucky district, labeling him disloyal and backing Massie’s primary challenger, Ed Gallrein, in a test of Trump’s influence within the party; Massie has bucked party lines on key votes, including opposing Trump’s big bill and backing Democrats’ War Powers Resolution, while House Speaker Mike Johnson has offered only cautious support for incumbents.

via Axios|
#gop#kentucky#politics-and-policy
Trump-backed cash flood targets Massie in Kentucky primary
politics1 month ago

Trump-backed cash flood targets Massie in Kentucky primary

Outside groups have spent more than $5 million to defeat Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's May GOP primary after President Trump urged his ouster, with a Republican Jewish Coalition-linked Super PAC and MAGA KY driving the bulk of the money; Massie, a libertarian-leaning incumbent, has some outside support but trails in the cash race as he faces a pro-Trump challenger in a safely Republican district.

via CBS News|
#kentucky#massie#outside-spending
California's Open Governor Contest Sets Stage for 2026
politics1 month ago

California's Open Governor Contest Sets Stage for 2026

With Governor Newsom term-limited and Pelosi retiring, California's 2026 governor race is wide open. The June 2 primary will determine the two finalists for November among a crowded field of Democrats (Xavier Becerra, Matt Mahan, Katie Porter, Tom Steyer, Eric Swalwell, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Betty Yee) plus Republicans Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton and Green Party candidate Butch Ware, with voters focused on housing, homelessness, taxes, and the state’s relationship with the federal government.

via The New York Times|
#california#candidates#elections
Texas Dems Ride Primary Momentum as Talarico Tops Crockett for Senate Nod
politics1 month ago

Texas Dems Ride Primary Momentum as Talarico Tops Crockett for Senate Nod

Texas Democrats surged in a high-turnout primary as James Talarico defeated Jasmine Crockett for the U.S. Senate nomination, posting strong showings in South Texas’ Cameron County and gains in Collin, Tarrant, and Williamson counties—areas that illustrate energized voter interest even as Republicans warn that a midterm primary does not predict November results.

via Axios|
#democrats#elections#politics