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DSA-backed newcomer upends 30-year incumbent in Colorado primary
politics9 days ago

DSA-backed newcomer upends 30-year incumbent in Colorado primary

Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old political newcomer backed by the Democratic Socialists of America, defeated longtime Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado’s First District primary, signaling a leftward shift in urban Democratic politics and highlighting a broader anti-incumbent moment; Kiros advocates Medicare-for-all, housing-first policies, tuition-free public college, and ending aid to Israel, arguing money in politics blocks these reforms.

via vox.com|
#anti-incumbent-wave#colorado#democratic-socialists-of-america
Colorado Primary Night 2026: Early Results Signal Shifts Across Key Races
politics10 days ago

Colorado Primary Night 2026: Early Results Signal Shifts Across Key Races

Colorado’s 2026 primary night is covered as a multi-city live blog from CPR, Denverite and KRCC, highlighting early results such as Julie Gonzales trailing Sen. John Hickenlooper in the Senate race and key contests for governor, attorney general, secretary of state, and several congressional districts. The coverage captures watch-party color, turnout context (about 1.1 million ballots returned by midday, mostly mail) and early dynamics like a surge of younger candidates and shifting demographics in CD8, with reporters noting issues from affordability to election access as results roll in.

via Colorado Public Radio|
#ballots#colorado#election-2026
politics17 days ago

Utah’s McAdams edges out progressives in new 1st District primary

Former Utah Rep. Ben McAdams won the Democratic primary in the state’s newly redrawn 1st District, defeating progressive challengers and signaling a likely return to Congress in a rare deep-blue seat in a red state after a decade-long redistricting saga. McAdams, a centrist Blue Dog Democrat who had held a previous GOP-leaning seat and campaigned as a budget-balanced moderate, outraised his opponents and will enter November as the heavy favorite in a district that Kamala Harris won by about 24 points in 2024.

via Politico|
#ben-mcadams#democrats#elections
DSA-backed slate claims NYC House seats, signaling a leftward shift
politics17 days ago

DSA-backed slate claims NYC House seats, signaling a leftward shift

New York City Democrats led by Mayor Mamdani swept key House primaries with a Democratic-Socialist slate, unseating Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the 13th, defeating Rep. Dan Goldman in the 10th, and helping Claire Valdez win the 7th to replace Rep. Velázquez. Lander, a Mamdani ally, also won in a race spotlighting Israel/Gaza policy; Cait Conley won a Hudson Valley primary against Rep. Lawler. The results underscore rising influence of the DSA and foreshadow intra-party tensions ahead of midterms and the 2028 race.

via The Washington Post|
#congress#democratic-socialists#israel-policy
Lasher clinches NY-12 Dem nomination amid sprawling AI-funding battle
politics17 days ago

Lasher clinches NY-12 Dem nomination amid sprawling AI-funding battle

New York Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the Democratic nomination in Manhattan’s 12th District, riding establishment backing from Gov. Hochul, Bloomberg and Nadler in a crowded primary that drew national attention as AI-regulation debates spurred massive spending. Rival Alex Bores drew millions from AI-industry groups opposing his stricter safeguards, while a Bloomberg-backed group amplified Lasher’s endorsements, positioning him for a likely November victory in the deep-blue seat.

via NBC News|
#ai-regulation#campaign-finance#new-york
Cafe bars Rep. Goldman for his pro-Israel stance
politics17 days ago

Cafe bars Rep. Goldman for his pro-Israel stance

A New York coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, posted on Instagram that Rep. Dan Goldman should never return due to his pro-Israel views, fueling a clash over political speech and accusations of discrimination in the lead-up to Goldman’s primary against Brad Lander. Goldman said a barista was kind to his daughter, bought a coffee, and tipped, while his campaign noted the incident and a DOJ civil rights probe into the cafe’s actions was referenced by some critics. The race pits pro-Israel candidates against progressive-backed challengers, highlighting splits within the Jewish community over Israel policy.

via NBC News|
#aipac#antisemitism#dan-goldman
Maine closes ranked-choice tally for five June primaries
politics22 days ago

Maine closes ranked-choice tally for five June primaries

Maine's Secretary of State’s Elections division completed ranked-choice tabulations for five June 9, 2006 primary races, naming winners in five contests (Republican Governor Bobby Charles; Democrat Governor Hannah Pingree; Democrat U.S. Congress CD2 Matthew Dunlap; Republican Senate District 4 Chad Perkins; Republican House District 58 Dexter Bridges). In ranked-choice voting, winners must achieve a majority; the recount rules allow candidates in the top three rankings of the penultimate round to file within five business days, with official results posted within 20 days of the election.

via Maine.gov|
#election-results#maine-elections#politics
Platner tops Maine Democratic primary, geared for November showdown
politics1 month ago

Platner tops Maine Democratic primary, geared for November showdown

Graham Platner won Maine’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, running on a progressive platform that includes Medicare for All, a wealth tax, higher minimum wage and stronger Social Security, and will face Republican Susan Collins in November after Governor Janet Mills dropped out. Platner drew early establishment support and Sanders-era endorsements, while confronting past controversies and vowing personal growth. The article also notes other primaries (Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota) where Trump-backed candidates had mixed outcomes, shaping the broader political landscape.

via Al Jazeera|
#graham-platner#maine-senate#politics
Hilton Seeks Upset as Becerra Heads California Governor’s Race
politics1 month ago

Hilton Seeks Upset as Becerra Heads California Governor’s Race

Republican Steve Hilton advances to the California governor’s race general election to face Democrat Xavier Becerra; with 88% of votes counted, Becerra leads Hilton 28% to 25%, while Steyer is roughly at 23% and Chad Bianco remains in double digits. Because California relies on mail-in ballots, results could take weeks, helping Hilton as he enters a race in a state that has not elected a Republican governor in 20 years; Hilton is Trump-endorsed and contends with a rising Becerra in a Democratic-leaning state.

via NBC News|
#california#california-governor-race#politics
Graham Faces Runoff Risk as Allies Pour Millions into SC GOP Primary
politics1 month ago

Graham Faces Runoff Risk as Allies Pour Millions into SC GOP Primary

Supporters of Sen. Lindsey Graham have poured significant money into his South Carolina GOP primary to blunt a challenge from Mark Lynch, with polls suggesting he could miss the 50% threshold and trigger a June 23 runoff. Palmetto Action has spent about $3.2 million against Lynch, while Graham’s campaign and allied groups have spent over $18 million on ads. Lynch is largely self-funded, lending himself $5 million and raising about $606,000, with Lynch’s campaign spending around $4.6 million. The primary winner is expected to face Democrat Annie Andrews in November.

via The New York Times|
#lindsey-graham#politics#primary-election
politics1 month ago

Graham Faces a High-Stakes 'America First' Challenge in South Carolina

Sen. Lindsey Graham is defending his South Carolina Senate seat against a well-funded primary bid from Mark Lynch, with more than $18 million spent by Graham and allied groups. Lynch positions Graham as “Washington-first” and hawkish on foreign policy, drawing support from some MAGA critics, while Trump remains publicly backing Graham. Polls show Graham hovering around the 50% mark in a crowded field, making a runoff possible depending on turnout. The race is a test of what “America First” means within the GOP base and the enduring influence of Trump’s endorsement.

via Politico|
#america-first#lindsey-graham#politics
Maine’s Dems push toward a high-stakes Senate showdown after Mills withdrawal
politics1 month ago

Maine’s Dems push toward a high-stakes Senate showdown after Mills withdrawal

Voters in Maine head to the polls in a high-profile primary as Graham Platner advances for the Democratic nomination after Janet Mills suspended her campaign, setting up a likely November showdown with Republican Sen. Susan Collins; Platner’s campaign has been rocked by a string of scandals, from resurfaced posts to allegations of abusive conduct, complicating Democrats’ hopes to flip the seat, with other statewide races also on Tuesday’s ballot.

via The Guardian|
#campaign-controversies#graham-platner#maine-senate-race
Iowa Senate Nominees Turek, Hinson Set for November Face-Off
politics1 month ago

Iowa Senate Nominees Turek, Hinson Set for November Face-Off

Democrat Josh Turek won the Iowa Democratic nomination for the open U.S. Senate seat, defeating state Sen. Zach Wahls, to face Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson in November after Hinson won the GOP primary; the race to replace retiring Sen. Joni Ernst has drawn heavy outside spending (including $29 million from the Senate Leadership Fund) and notable support from VoteVets backing Turek, while Hinson benefited from Trump’s endorsement, signaling a potentially competitive general election in a state that has leaned Republican in recent cycles.

via NBC News|
#iowa#politics#primary-election