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politics3 days ago•3 min saved

Trump backs Darline Graham in SC Senate bid

President Donald Trump endorsed Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, for South Carolina’s U.S. Senate seat, urging her to run in the Aug. 11 Republican primary. Graham has not confirmed a candidacy, but Trump’s backing could position her as a front-runner if she enters the race, which is expected to attract a crowded field that could include Reps. Russell Fry, Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, plus Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette. Trump had previously supported her appointment to temporarily fill Lindsey Graham’s seat after his death.

via Politico|

#darline-graham #donald-trump #lindsey-graham

politics3 days ago•10 min saved

Darline Graham weighs full-term bid to succeed late brother in SC Senate

South Carolina’s newly sworn-in Sen. Darline Graham is weighing a full-term bid to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham in the upcoming special election, with the Aug. 11 filing window looming and a potential GOP field including various incumbents and candidates; Tim Scott has signaled support for the idea while officials say her appointment was intended as a caretaker role.

via Politico|

#darline-graham #lindsey-graham #politics

politics13 days ago•186 min saved

Platner weighs exit from Maine Senate race as rape allegations roil campaign

Graham Platner’s campaign is navigating an exit from the consequential Maine Senate race after a rape allegation against the Democratic nominee undercuts support; he may announce via a recorded video later today, with adviser Morris Katz set to meet with him, as Maine parties prepare a replacement process by late July and confront a July 13 deadline for naming a nominee if he steps aside.

via CNN|

#exit #maine #platner

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Paralympian Josh Turek Wins Iowa Democratic Senate Primary With Broad Support

Paralympic gold medalist Josh Turek won Iowa’s Democratic Senate primary, defeating state Sen. Zach Wahls in a contest that became a proxy battle between the party establishment and anti-establishment wings. He drew heavy backing from Chuck Schumer’s leadership PAC and outside groups like VoteVets, helping him prevail as Democrats aim to flip a key seat. Turek will face Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson in a general election that polls show as a toss-up, with strong support from Iowa Democrats and past endorsements from figures like former Sen. Tom Harkin.

via Politico|

#iowa #josh-turek #politics

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Texas Senate race heats up as Talarico admits past remarks missed the mark

Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the U.S. Senate nominee, said older comments on sensitive cultural issues missed the mark and accused Republican Ken Paxton of weaponizing them to distract from Paxton's record, including his impeachment in 2023. Paxton, who won the GOP primary, has mocked Talarico's positions on gender, immigration, energy and religion as the campaign intensifies, while Talarico frames the race around Paxton's integrity and his own rebuttals.

via NBC News|

#impeachment #james-talarico #ken-paxton

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Jacky Rosen Secures Nevada Senate Seat in Pivotal 2024 Election

Democratic Senator Jacky Rosen has been re-elected in Nevada, defeating Republican Sam Brown in a closely contested race. Rosen campaigned on abortion rights and her nonideological stance, similar to the strategy used by fellow Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto. Despite Brown's support from Donald Trump and a strong early GOP showing, he was outspent and unable to overcome Rosen's campaign. The race drew less national attention compared to the presidential contest, and all of Nevada's U.S. House incumbents also secured re-election.

via New York Post |

#abortion-rights #jacky-rosen #nevada

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Adam Schiff Wins California Senate Seat, Pledges to Defend Democracy

Adam Schiff, a prominent Democratic critic of Donald Trump, has been elected to the U.S. Senate, defeating Republican Steve Garvey. In his victory speech, Schiff emphasized the importance of protecting democratic institutions without directly naming Trump. He also addressed California's housing crisis, promising to focus on affordable housing solutions. Schiff's election comes as Republicans are set to gain control of the Senate, with Trump projected to win key states.

via POLITICO|

#adam-schiff #california #democracy

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Sen. Menendez Pursues Independent Re-election Amid Corruption Trial

U.S. Senator Robert Menendez, facing federal corruption charges and lacking support from top Democrats, has filed to run as an independent for re-election in New Jersey. This move allows him to continue raising campaign funds for legal expenses and keeps open the possibility of a comeback if exonerated. Menendez's candidacy could impact the closely watched Senate race, potentially aiding Republicans in a state that has long favored Democrats. His trial is ongoing, with a verdict expected this summer.

via NJ.com|

#corruption-charges #independent-candidacy #new-jersey

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

"California Senate Race: From Porter's Concession to Schiff and Garvey's Advance"

Former President Trump's influence looms large over California's Senate race, boosting Rep. Adam B. Schiff's chances of becoming the state's newest U.S. senator. Schiff's prominence as the lead prosecutor in Trump's first impeachment trial has propelled him to national fame and a top-two finish in the Senate primary election. His opponent, Republican and former Dodgers star Steve Garvey, faces an uphill battle in a state where Democratic voters outnumber Republicans 2-1. Schiff's strong stance against Trump has resonated with voters, while Garvey's past support for the former president may hinder his campaign.

via Los Angeles Times|

#adam-schiff #california #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"California Senate Race: Garvey's Surge and Republican Obstacles"

Recent polls suggest that Republicans may be locked out of California's Senate election, as the state's "jungle primary" system could result in two Democrats advancing to the November general election. Former baseball star Steve Garvey is the top Republican candidate, but polls are split on whether he will advance. Even if no Republican candidate makes it past the primary, Republican voters could still influence the general election, but the deeply Democratic state is unlikely to see a competitive race.

via Newsweek|

#california #democrats #politics

politics2 years ago•9 min saved

"Key Moments from California's 2024 Senate Debate: Homelessness, Partisanship, and More"

California's first 2024 U.S. Senate election debate saw Democratic candidates clash over issues such as the war in Gaza, homelessness, and reproductive freedoms, with Reps. Adam B. Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee criticizing former-Dodger-turned-Republican-candidate Steve Garvey, who struggled to articulate his positions. Schiff leads in polls, while Porter and Garvey vie for second place. The debate also featured discussions on support for Trump, with all three Democrats pressing Garvey on his stance, and a clash over abortion rights, with Schiff, Lee, and Porter expressing their positions.

via Los Angeles Times|

#abortion-rights #california #democratic-candidates

politics3 years ago

Tim Sheehy's Montana Senate Bid Puts GOP Strategy to the Test

Montana is becoming an early test for Republicans' Senate election strategy as they aim to win back control of the Senate in 2022. With Senator Steve Daines up for re-election, Republicans are focusing on Montana as a key battleground state. They are hoping to capitalize on the state's conservative leanings and the popularity of former President Donald Trump, who won Montana by a wide margin in the 2020 election. However, Democrats are also eyeing Montana as a potential pickup opportunity, with Governor Steve Bullock considering a Senate run. The outcome of the Montana race will provide insights into the effectiveness of the Republican strategy and the overall political landscape leading up to the 2022 midterm elections.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#montana #politics #republicans

politics3 years ago•4 min saved

Senate GOP recruit questions Trump's endorsement power

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, a potential GOP candidate in the race to unseat Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown, has privately conveyed that while Trump’s endorsement “matters,” it doesn’t carry the same weight it used to. He pegged the proportion of Republican voters who would “vote for whoever” Trump endorses at just 20 percent. LaRose said he suspects that, should he enter the race, he would earn Trump’s support. But he didn’t think that “begging for it” would prove useful.

via POLITICO|

#gop #ohio #politics