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fromFortune
2 days ago

Oregon Democrats wrote a gas tax, watched it get destroyed and now Jeff Merkley has a fight | Fortune

David Brock Smith won Oregon’s Republican U.S. Senate primary, setting up a November general election challenge to incumbent Democratic Sen. Jeff Merkley.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Hateful GOP lawmaker makes "trans" & "bi" jokes as he loses his primary battle - LGBTQ Nation

Thomas Massie conceded a bitter Republican primary loss to Ed Gallrein, joking about bipartisanship while noting he is not bipartisan and cannot identify with either side some days.
#kentucky-politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

How Do His Boots Taste?' Massie Slaps Back at Republican Colleague for Celebrating His Defeat to Trump-Backed Candidate

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fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Massie race breaks spending record as pro-Israel groups target Trump critic

Pro-Israel groups and donors spent over $34 million in Kentucky’s Republican primary to unseat Thomas Massie, framing the race as a referendum on foreign-policy influence.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

How Do His Boots Taste?' Massie Slaps Back at Republican Colleague for Celebrating His Defeat to Trump-Backed Candidate

Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Massie race breaks spending record as pro-Israel groups target Trump critic

Pro-Israel groups and donors spent over $34 million in Kentucky’s Republican primary to unseat Thomas Massie, framing the race as a referendum on foreign-policy influence.
#us-senate
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump endorses attorney general Ken Paxton in Texas Senate primary

Donald Trump endorsed Texas attorney general Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate primary, strengthening Paxton’s challenge to John Cornyn despite controversy.
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Senator Who Embraced MAHA and Lost MAGA

Cassidy’s confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary is viewed as a politically damaging vote amid declining support in a Republican primary.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump endorses attorney general Ken Paxton in Texas Senate primary

Donald Trump endorsed Texas attorney general Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate primary, strengthening Paxton’s challenge to John Cornyn despite controversy.
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Senator Who Embraced MAHA and Lost MAGA

Cassidy’s confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary is viewed as a politically damaging vote amid declining support in a Republican primary.
#texas-politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

A District Known for a Horrific Mass School Shooting Will Have a New Representative Next Year. It's Almost Certainly Going to Be "the AK Guy."

LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Trump endorses self-described 'Nazi-ish' Texas Republican as Peter Thiel backs his bid for Congress

Jace Yarbrough, a Texas Republican candidate, received a Trump endorsement and Peter Thiel donations after defending views critics labeled bigoted and Nazi-ish.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Early voting begins for high-stakes Texas primary elections

Competitive Texas primaries could reshape the 2026 Senate race as Republicans face internal conflict and Democrats see a potential opening.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff

Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in the GOP runoff one week before voting ends.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

A District Known for a Horrific Mass School Shooting Will Have a New Representative Next Year. It's Almost Certainly Going to Be "the AK Guy."

Texas' 23rd District Republican primary forces voters to choose between an incumbent facing sexual misconduct allegations and a gun influencer with controversial Nazi-related content, with the latter now positioned for a likely general election victory.
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump in Jan. 6 impeachment, loses primary as president retains grip on GOP - 'that's what you get' | Fortune

Bill Cassidy lost Louisiana’s Republican primary, failing to secure a runoff despite heavy campaigning and spending.
Julia Letlow won by leveraging Donald Trump’s endorsement, while John Fleming also advanced to a June 27 runoff.
Cassidy’s impeachment vote against Donald Trump over Jan. 6 was a key liability in the campaign.
Trump’s influence over Republicans helped determine the outcome, with Trump publicly celebrating Letlow’s victory.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

"Proud transphobe" Nancy Mace is currently losing her race for SC governorship - LGBTQ Nation

Nancy Mace polls fourth in South Carolina’s Republican governor primary while facing an ethics investigation over alleged housing overcharging.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Republicans feud, and fume, in the battle for a Southern California congressional district

Redistricting under Proposition 50 forces Young Kim and Ken Calvert into a primary showdown, while Democrats and an independent seek to win the 40th District.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ Trump-supporter Vivek Ramaswamy wins primary for Ohio governorship - LGBTQ Nation

Vivek Ramaswamy won the Republican primary for Ohio governor with 82% of the vote and will face Democrat Amy Acton in November.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Trump-backed Ramaswamy wins Ohio governor primary, setting up a competitive Nov. race

Vivek Ramaswamy won the Ohio Republican primary for governor, supported by Trump, and will face Democrat Amy Acton in a competitive general election.
SF politics
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Minogue is ready to debate Healey, not primary opponent Shortsleeve

Mike Minogue calls for a debate with Maura Healey, focusing on uniting the GOP against her, while Brian Shortsleeve remains in the primary race.
US Elections
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk sits out Thomas Massie's primary

Massie faces a competitive primary challenge, with Trump's influence being a significant factor in the election outcome.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Good Morning, News: Orban Loses, Blazers Win, and Pope Leo Isn't Scared of Pathetic Trump - Portland Mercury

Oregon's Republican gubernatorial primary is competitive, with online betting markets indicating Christine Drazan and Ed Diehl as frontrunners.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Gives Lindsey Graham His Full-Throated Endorsement While Swiping At Iran War Critic

Donald Trump supports Lindsey Graham against Mark Lynch in South Carolina's Republican primary, labeling Lynch a disaster for the party.
#bill-cassidy
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

NRSC Official Gets in Profane Phone Spat With GOP Senator Furious' Over Bitter Primary: Report

Sen. Bill Cassidy faces a challenging primary battle amid tensions with Trump and the GOP establishment after voting for his impeachment.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

NRSC Official Gets in Profane Phone Spat With GOP Senator Furious' Over Bitter Primary: Report

Sen. Bill Cassidy faces a challenging primary battle amid tensions with Trump and the GOP establishment after voting for his impeachment.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WH Tried to Boot Alexandra Wilson Out of IN Senate Race: Rpt

White House officials pressured Indiana Senate candidate Alexandra Wilson to withdraw from the race through threats and job offers.
#thomas-massie
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Thomas Massie Leading Ed Gallrein Despite Trump Opposition

Rep. Thomas Massie leads his Trump-backed primary opponent Ed Gallrein in recent polls despite Trump's intense opposition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Thomas Massie Leading Ed Gallrein Despite Trump Opposition

Rep. Thomas Massie leads his Trump-backed primary opponent Ed Gallrein in recent polls despite Trump's intense opposition.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Dan Crenshaw Blasts Ted Cruz in Overnight Social Media Rant Claims Senator Is Backed by Donor Behind Illegal Alien Safe Haven'

Crenshaw accused Cruz of defunding ICE and CBP while enjoying a vacation during a Homeland Security shutdown, contrasting his actions with the struggles of less wealthy Texans.
US politics
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Illinois Primary Map: Live Election Results

Illinois gubernatorial and Senate primaries feature Pritzker running unopposed as Democrat while Republicans compete, and Durbin's Senate retirement creates competitive Democratic primary between Stratton and Krishnamoorthi.
#texas-senate-runoff
fromAxios
2 months ago
US Elections

Trump expected to endorse Cornyn in brutal Texas Senate runoff

Trump is expected to endorse John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff, following months of pressure from Senate leadership and establishment Republicans who view Attorney General Ken Paxton as an electoral liability due to scandals.
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Paxton, Cornyn Advance to Runoff in Texas Republican Senate Primary

Texas Republicans will hold a May 26 Senate runoff between Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent John Cornyn after neither secured a primary majority, with Cornyn leading 41.9% to Paxton's 41.7%.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Retiring GOP Senator Trashes Republican Party's Lazy and Unstrategic' Handling of Bitter Senate Runoff

Sen. Tillis criticizes the Texas Senate runoff as divisive, blaming Republicans for laziness and poor strategy while Trump delays his endorsement between Cornyn and Paxton.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Target Audience of One: Super PAC Supporting Paxton in Texas Senate Race Runs TV Ad in Mar-a-Lago Area

A Super PAC supporting Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his runoff against Senator John Cornyn is running a television ad in West Palm Beach, Florida, apparently targeting a specific audience member rather than primary voters.
US Elections
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump expected to endorse Cornyn in brutal Texas Senate runoff

Trump is expected to endorse John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff, following months of pressure from Senate leadership and establishment Republicans who view Attorney General Ken Paxton as an electoral liability due to scandals.
#trump-endorsement
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Escalates Scorched-Earth Attacks Against Thomas Massie: Disloyal' to USA

President Trump attacks Rep. Thomas Massie as the worst congressman and endorses his GOP primary challenger Ed Gallrein over policy disagreements on deficit spending and foreign intervention.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Paxton's Clever Ploy to Stay in Texas Senate Race

Ken Paxton defies Republican establishment and Trump pressure to withdraw from Texas Senate race, asserting his independent political standing and commitment to challenging incumbent John Cornyn.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Tony Gonzales Drops Reelection Bid

Rep. Tony Gonzales withdrew from his reelection bid after pressure from fellow Republicans following revelations of an affair with a staffer whose death by self-immolation occurred in September.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Karl Rove Declares Democrat James Talarico Could Pull Off Wild Upset in Texas

Karl Rove warns that Democrat James Talarico could upset Texas's 2026 Senate race if Republicans nominate Ken Paxton instead of John Cornyn, citing Paxton's baggage and Talarico's appeal to Republicans.
Miami food
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

James Fishback Banned From Waffle House After Tucker Carlson Interview

Republican Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback's campaign was banned from all Waffle House locations in Florida after initially receiving permission for a statewide restaurant tour.
#texas-primary-elections
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

It Has Been a Roller Coaster 24 Hours for Democrats' Hopes of Retaking the Senate

Texas Democrats nominated James Talarico over Jasmine Crockett for his greater electability, while Republican Sen. John Cornyn unexpectedly leads Ken Paxton in their primary despite trailing in pre-election polls.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff in Texas amid a new ethics probe in the House

The House Ethics Committee launched a formal investigation into Rep. Tony Gonzales for alleged sexual misconduct with a congressional employee and unfair dispensing of privileges following published explicit text messages.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

The most anti-LGBTQ+ Republican just lost her primary by a lot. She's now claiming it was rigged. - LGBTQ Nation

Valentina Gomez lost a Texas congressional race to incumbent John Carter with 5.6% of votes and falsely claimed the election was rigged against her.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Ex-MLB Star Mark Teixeira Wins Republican Congressional Primary in 21st District of Texas

This is a huge victory, and I'm truly honored to have such strong support from the people of TX-21. Thank you! I'm so grateful to everyone who voted, put in the work, donated, and especially prayed for us along the way. My amazing family has been by my side every step of the way – my wonderful wife Leigh and our three kids – and I'm blessed by their support as I prepare to serve the country we love.
New York Rangers
#2026-midterms
US politics
fromEsquire
2 months ago

I Sure Hope the Democrats Know What to Do After the Primaries

Texas Senate primaries show Democrats facing a difficult choice between two viable candidates while Republicans pit an unremarkable incumbent against a scandal-plagued challenger, with local elections nationwide carrying significant long-term political implications.
Austin
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Democrats' Hopes of Retaking the Senate Could Get a Major Boost This Week

Texas's 2026 primary elections feature competitive Democratic and Republican Senate races, with the GOP primary potentially creating opportunities for Democrats in the general election.
fromHell Gate
2 months ago

This Pardoned Jan 6er Now Wants to Storm the Assembly

Philip Grillo, a former Queens Republican Party district leader, launched an underdog campaign for State Assembly, announcing his run for a seat in Eastern Queens that's currently held by a Democrat. There are many obstacles in his path: For one, in the GOP primary, Grillo will face Robert Speranza, who's backed by the county party.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Pushes RINO' Purge With Endorsement Spree Against Republicans Who Opposed His Redistricting Plan

Holdman, for whatever reason, voted against Redistricting in Indiana, in a District that I won by 39 points, which puts the United States Congress in jeopardy. Holdman and his RINO friends made Indiana, a State I love and have been very good to, the only State in the Country that essentially said they don't care about what happens in the United States Congress.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Cornyn Takes the Gloves Off In Nasty GOP Texas Primary: Not Even His Own Family Can Trust Ken Paxton'

Sen. John Cornyn attacked AG Ken Paxton, citing a $6.6 million whistleblower judgment, staff FBI reports, impeachment, and his recent divorce.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Jen Psaki and Jasmine Crockett Bust Out Laughing at Trump Over Riff On Senate Race

PSAKI: Let me ask you about something. Trump was asked about the Republican candidates in the Texas race on Air Force One last night, and he kind of said, I like them all and refused to really endorse any of them. (LAUGHING) What did you make of that? Why do you think that is? (LAUGHTER) CROCKETT: I love it. There's a couple of things about this, right? A lot of people are like, there's no way Texas can do this.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Exclusive: In secret recordings, Cruz trashes Trump, Vance

The recordings - nearly 10 minutes in total - provide an unvarnished look at how Cruz is positioning himself as a traditional free trade, pro-interventionist Republican ahead of a possible 2028 primary campaign against the less hawkish Vance. Zoom in: During his talks, Cruz cast Vance as a pawn of conservative podcaster Tucker Carlson. Cruz has accused Carlson of promoting antisemitism and an anti-Israel foreign policy in their well-publicized spats.
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fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Ex-NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya announces senate run

Michele Tafoya launched a Republican campaign for Minnesota U.S. Senate to succeed retiring Sen. Tina Smith.
US politics
fromAxios
4 months ago

ICE deputy director Madison Sheahan resigns to launch GOP campaign for Congress in Ohio

Riley Sheahan resigned from ICE to run as a Trump-aligned Republican against Rep. Marcy Kaptur in Ohio's 9th congressional district.
#elise-stefanik
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Fox's Kayleigh McEnany Cautions GOP Against Coronating JD Vance in 2028: I Hope We Have That Competitive Primary'

Speaking with Fox's Martha MacCallum, McEnany called Kirk's endorsement powerful before adding a word of caution for the party. I think it's very important that the Republican party have a competitive primary, she said. It makes you tougher. We see how much weaker, in my opinion, the left was by not having a primary [in 2024]. I hope we have that competitive primary, she stressed.
US politics
#marjorie-taylor-greene
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago
US politics

Marjorie Taylor Greene comes in dead last in poll. She even makes Republicans vote for the Democrat. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago
US politics

Marjorie Taylor Greene comes in dead last in poll. She even makes Republicans vote for the Democrat. - LGBTQ Nation

US politics
fromFortune
5 months ago

(Legal) weed kingpin Duke Rodriguez runs for governor in New Mexico | Fortune

Duke Rodriguez, Ultra Health founder and ex-state cabinet secretary, is running for New Mexico Republican governor prioritizing healthcare, education, crime reduction, and retirement security.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 months ago

The Messy New York GOP Fight Trump Tried and Failed to Avoid

Bruce Blakeman is running for governor against Elise Stefanik despite President Trump discouraging the campaign, creating a contested Republican primary in New York.
New York Giants
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Bruce Blakeman Announces Run for NY Gov on Fox & Friends

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced a run for New York governor seeking Republican and conservative nominations, challenging Elise Stefanik and incumbent Kathy Hochul.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Gov. candidate backs away from GOP label

Mike Kennealy has spent years strengthening our party - first as the MassGOP's finance chair and chair of its Legislative Support Fund, and now as a candidate for Governor. Kennealy was also the single largest donor to Republicans in the 2024 election cycle. Minogue's comments are deeply concerning, especially given that he only recently registered as a Republican and has
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fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

Democrat Wins Virginia Governor's Race, Defeating Republican Trump Refused to Endorse

Abigail Spanberger defeated Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears in the gubernatorial race after leading by double digits in polls and dominating fundraising.
#john-e-sununu
fromBoston.com
7 months ago
US politics

Ex-US Sen. John E. Sununu enters GOP primary race in New Hampshire for the seat he lost in 2008

fromBoston.com
7 months ago
US politics

Ex-US Sen. John E. Sununu enters GOP primary race in New Hampshire for the seat he lost in 2008

US politics
fromwww.dailynews.com
7 months ago

GOP frontrunners in California's gubernatorial race hail from different worlds

Chad Bianco emphasizes law-and-order and public safety while Steve Hilton emphasizes policy ideas and business-focused reforms, representing different Republican constituencies.
US politics
fromFortune
8 months ago

Mark Teixeira, one of the last New York Yankees to win a World Series, wants to join Congress as a Republican from Texas

Mark Teixeira is running for the Republican nomination for Texas's 21st Congressional District, pledging to defend Trump’s America First agenda and tackle border security.
#inna-vernikov
US politics
fromSun Sentinel
10 months ago

Poll finds Casey DeSantis, Byron Donalds tied. Likely Republican governor primary voters favoring Donalds

Donalds and DeSantis are nearly tied in a Republican poll for the 2026 Florida governor's race.
fromBrooklyn Paper
10 months ago

With all votes counted, George Sarantopoulos wins narrow victory in Council District 47 Republican primary * Brooklyn Paper

"I am honored to have the people's support heading into November. Thank you to every voter, supporter, and campaign staffer on both sides for working to make our community better."
Brooklyn
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
10 months ago

PREMIUM Southern Brooklyn saw vital city council elections

Kayla Santosuosso won the Democratic primary in District 47, signaling a strong start for her City Council campaign.
fromBrooklyn Paper
11 months ago

BREAKING: Santosuosso cruises to victory in South Brooklyn primary, GOP battle 'neck-and-neck' * Brooklyn Paper

"Kayla Santosuosso earned a decisive margin over her lone Democratic challenger, receiving nearly 80% of the vote. This solidifies her position on the November ballot."
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Paper
11 months ago

NYC Primaries | Meet the candidates running in Council District 48 Council * Brooklyn Paper

I intend to use my extensive government experience, decades of community advocacy, and strong relationships to address quality-of-life issues, provide excellent constituent services, and connect all communities of the 48th District with city, state, and federal agencies.
Brooklyn
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
11 months ago

Jack Ciattarelli wins Republican primary for New Jersey governor, CBS News projects

Jack Ciattarelli wins NJ Republican primary, paving his path for a general election after losing in past attempts.
fromCbsnews
11 months ago

Who is Jack Ciattarelli? What to know about the Trump-endorsed Republican candidate for New Jersey governor

Ciattarelli's platform includes a plan to cap property taxes, cut state spending by 30%, and repeal the state's sanctuary policy, aiming to invigorate the New Jersey GOP.
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