The Mercury's 2026 Primary Election Night Live Updates!
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The Mercury's 2026 Primary Election Night Live Updates!
A May primary election night will determine local circuit court judges, Metro Council seats, a transportation measure, and November contenders for Senate and Congress, along with a governor’s race. Ballot drops are scheduled for 8 pm, 10 pm, and midnight. Ballots mailed and postmarked by 8 pm will be counted, though final tallies in some races may take days. Early results are expected after the 8 pm drop, and certain local races may be decided as soon as tomorrow. Statewide turnout is reported at 24.7% as of 9:15 pm, with Multnomah County at 21.57% as of 8 pm. Vote totals and percentages are listed for statewide and district races, including Tina Kotek, Christine Drazan, and multiple Oregon House districts.
"Statewide voter turnout (as of 9:15 pm): 24.7% Multnomah County voter turnout (as of 8 pm): 21.57% Democrat: 8 pm drop, 228,363 votes in Tina Kotek: 84.81% Fora Alexander: 2.2% Republican: 8 pm drop, 185,304 votes in Christine Drazan: 44.37% Ed Diehl: 30.73% Chris Dudley: 15.8% Danielle Bethell: 2.04% David Medina: 4.67%"
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