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London mayoral election: Capital awaits result amid signs of close race between Sadiq Khan and Susan Hall

Turnout fell in Labour strongholds while rising in Tory areas, indicating a potentially close race for London Mayor. [ more ]

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Former Lib Dem candidate Siobhan Benita endorses Sadiq Khan for London Mayor.

Sadiq Khan seen as crucial choice against Tory candidate Susan Hall in mayoral race. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

A dead tie in the race between Assemblymember Evan Low and Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian in California's congressional District 16.

Frequent lead changes and twists in the race to replace U.S. Rep. Anna Eshoo have captivated voters in the South Bay and on the Peninsula. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Simon Harris is the overwhelming favorite to become Ireland's youngest ever taoiseach as he secures significant party backing.

Harris's potential rivals are withdrawing from the race, leaving him a clear path to leadership. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Evan Low leads by two votes in the race to replace Rep. Anna Eshoo, facing Joe Simitian in the general election.

Only a few ballots remain uncounted, mainly challenged due to signature issues in the Congressional District 16 race. [ more ]

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Senator Kyrsten Sinema will not seek re-election, clearing the way for a classic Democrat vs Republican matchup in Arizona.

Her decision sets up a showdown between Representative Gallego and the eventual Republican nominee, with Kari Lake as the leading candidate. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Assemblyman Vince Fong leads in primary race for California's 20th Congressional District.

Top two spots in general election still undecided between Fong, Marisa Wood, and Mike Boudreaux. [ more ]