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Democrats Seize Five State Trifectas, Including Wisconsin, in Historic Midterm Sweep
politics1 hour ago

Democrats Seize Five State Trifectas, Including Wisconsin, in Historic Midterm Sweep

On November 3, 2026, Democrats achieved a historic midterm victory, securing full control of at least five state governments. The party won trifectas in Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, marking the first time they have held a majority of governorships in 16 years. In Wisconsin, Democrats reclaimed the state legislature after a 16-year Republican dominance, aided by new legislative maps. The sweep also saw Democratic governors elected in traditionally red states like Texas and Georgia, signaling a major shift in state-level power.

via NBC News|
#2026-elections#democratic-party#midterm-elections
Cooke Wins WI-3 Primary, Setting Up Rematch in Key House Fight
politics2 months ago

Cooke Wins WI-3 Primary, Setting Up Rematch in Key House Fight

Rebecca Cooke won the Democratic primary for Wisconsin’s 3rd District, securing a rematch against incumbent Derrick Van Orden in November. The race is a pivotal test for House control, with Cooke backed by a broad coalition from moderates to progressives. Other key primaries in Minnesota and Alabama also set up competitive contests, while Democrats face fundraising challenges in Wisconsin’s 1st District.

via NBC News|
#2026-midterms#democratic-primary#politics
politics3 months ago

Evers’ Gamble on Crowley Backfires as Hong Leads Wisconsin Primary

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers’ late endorsement of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has failed to derail democratic socialist Francesca Hong in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. With nine days left until the August 11 vote, Hong maintains a wide lead, while Crowley’s re-entry has fractured the party. Evers’ intervention, intended to elevate a moderate alternative to Hong, has instead energized anti-establishment voters and split support among other candidates, including former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, who dropped out amid allegations. Despite Crowley’s fundraising surge and endorsements from figures like Rep. Gwen Moore, polls show he remains far behind Hong, raising concerns that the establishment’s attempt to control the outcome may backfire in the general election against Republican Tom Tiffany.

via Politico|
#2026-midterms#david-crowley#francesca-hong
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Drops Governor Bid Amid Campaign Finance Revelations
politics3 months ago

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Drops Governor Bid Amid Campaign Finance Revelations

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her bid for Wisconsin governor after revelations of significant campaign-finance discrepancies and misreported cash on hand, including the firing of her campaign manager. She said remaining in the race would distract from the Democratic primary, which now features Barnes, Brennan, Roys, and Francesca Hong, with the winner facing Republican Tom Tiffany in November.

via Urban Milwaukee|
#campaign-finance#democratic-primary#governor-race