Tag: Republican primary
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Delaware closes out the 2026 primary calendar Next Tuesday, with Coons facing a four-way Democratic Senate primary
Delaware’s state primary on September 15 marks the final primary of the 2026 election cycle, featuring key races for U.S. Senate, House, attorney general, and state treasurer nominations. Democratic incumbents face challengers, while many legislative contests are uncontested. The focus will shift to the general election on November 3.
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Minnesota Supreme Court Denies Lindell’s Bid for Expanded Recount in GOP Governor Primary
The Minnesota Supreme Court denied Mike Lindell’s petition for a recount in the Republican primary for governor, affirming the recount plan’s compliance with state law. Lindell, who finished second, claimed vote anomalies but did not formally request a recount by the deadline. Demuth’s victory is upheld as Minnesota prepares for the general election.
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Four Runoffs, Four Results: What Tuesday’s Elections in South Carolina, Georgia and Oklahoma Mean for November
On August 25, primary runoffs in South Carolina, Georgia, and Oklahoma concluded key races. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate nomination in South Carolina, while Everton Blair unexpectedly secured Georgia’s 13th District seat. In Oklahoma, Mike Mazzei narrowly defeated Gentner Drummond for governor, and N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas won the Senate nomination.
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Barlow Upsets Trump-Backed Degenfelder in Wyoming Governor’s Race; Hageman, Gray Win Crowded Federal Primaries
Wyoming held its first three-way open race for governor, Senate, and House in 32 years on August 18, resulting in state Sen. Eric Barlow’s unexpected victory over Trump’s endorsed candidate for governor. Other key outcomes include Harriet Hageman’s successful Senate bid and Chuck Gray’s win in the U.S. House primary.
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Who’s Running for President in 2028? Where the Early Field Stands
As of mid-August 2026, no major party candidates have officially entered the 2028 presidential race, but interest is rising. Polls among Republicans show a close contest between JD Vance and Marco Rubio, while the Democratic field is fragmented, with various candidates leading in different surveys. Political dynamics remain fluid and uncertain.
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The 2028 Field Is Forming Without a Frontrunner — Here’s How the Process Actually Works
As the 2028 presidential election approaches, no major candidates have officially launched campaigns, marking the first time since 1884 that consecutive elections will occur without an incumbent. Current discussions revolve around candidate speculation and polling, with actual campaign activity expected to ramp up after the 2026 midterms.
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Wyoming Voters Decide Crowded Statewide Primaries Tuesday
Wyoming’s 2026 primary election is set for August 18, featuring races for governor, U.S. House, Senate, and other statewide offices. With Wyoming’s Republican dominance, the GOP primary is particularly critical, often decided by less than a majority. The election landscape includes open seats and various Republican candidates competing, while Democratic options are limited.
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Blackburn and Green Win Governor’s Race Primaries as Tennessee’s New Congressional Map Reshapes the House Delegation
Tennessee voters participated in primaries on August 6, determining the candidates for governor and U.S. House seats ahead of the November 3 general election. Republican Marsha Blackburn and Democrat Jerri Green emerged as gubernatorial nominees. The elections were influenced by a newly drawn congressional map favoring Republicans, affecting several districts’ dynamics.
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Florida’s Other Senate Race: How the 2026 Special Election to Replace Marco Rubio Works
Florida’s upcoming special Senate election, occurring on August 18, 2026, follows Marco Rubio’s resignation after being appointed U.S. Secretary of State. Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Ashley Moody as interim senator. She faces challenges from lesser-known Republicans, while Democrats Alex Vindman and Angie Nixon vie for their party’s nomination. The general election is scheduled for November…
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South Carolina Republicans Set for Special U.S. Senate Primary Aug. 11
South Carolina will hold a special primary on August 11 to select a Republican nominee for a U.S. Senate seat vacated by the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. Nine candidates qualified, and if no candidate receives over 50% of the vote, a runoff will occur on August 25. The winner will face Democrat Annie Andrews…
