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Cassidy faces tough Senate primary challenge in Louisiana

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), long targeted by President Trump, is in the fight of his political life. Trump-endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.) and state...

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Nebraska secretary of state loses GOP primary

Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen (R) is projected to lose his slot as the state’s top elections official to a primary challenger, according to...

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Ricketts, Osborn set for November Senate showdown, with Democrat expected to drop bid

Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) is set for a general election showdown against independent Dan Osborn, according to Decision Desk HQ projections. Osborn,...

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Pillen, Walz to square off in Nebraska governor race

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen (R) is projected to face off this fall against former state Sen. Lynne Walz (D) for another term leading the Cornhusker...

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These are the Southern red states moving to redistrict after Supreme Court ruling

Red states in the South are seeking to advance the GOP’s goal of keeping the House majority this fall by redrawing their congressional maps in the...

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Virginia redistricting ruling deals blow to Democrats’ midterm hopes

The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday dealt a blow to Democrats’ hopes of flipping the House this fall, throwing out the redistricting referendum...

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Virginia Democrats ask state Supreme Court to halt redistricting ruling

Virginia Democrats on Friday asked the state Supreme Court for a stay on its ruling that threw out last month’s referendum on redistricting in the...

08.05.2026 6

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South Carolina state House leaves door open for redistricting

Republicans in the South Carolina state House voted on Wednesday to extend their legislative calendar, leaving the door open to drawing new...

07.05.2026 10

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The billionaire candidate boom

Billionaires in both parties loom large over the political landscape, and more are jumping into the ring with high-profile runs for office during this...

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California governor's debate devolves into bickering as primary nears

As candidates for governor of California struggle to stand out in their bids to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), a Wednesday debate saw deep policy...

06.05.2026 2

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Bass spars with primary challengers at LA mayor's debate

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) sparred in a feisty debate with her primary challengers over how to handle wildfires, homelessness and immigration in...

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Key takeaways from Tuesday's primary elections in Indiana, Ohio

Indiana voters cast their ballots in a slate of state Senate primaries that surged into the national spotlight amid President Trump’s push for red...

05.05.2026 3

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Mrvan, Regnitz set for November House matchup in Indiana

Democrat Rep. Frank Mrvan (Ind.) is set to face off this fall against Republican Porter County Commissioner Barb Regnitz in what’s expected to be...

05.05.2026 4

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Ramaswamy, Acton to show down in Ohio governor's race

Republican billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton, a former state health director, are set for a showdown in the November general election...

05.05.2026 4

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Husted, Brown to face off in Ohio Senate election

Sen. Jon Husted (R) and former Sen. Sherrod Brown (D) are projected to win their primaries for Senate in Ohio on Tuesday, teeing up a November...

05.05.2026 2

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Carson fends off Democratic challengers in Indiana House primary

Incumbent Rep. André Carson (D-Ind.) fended off primary challengers to win the Democratic primary for his Indianapolis-area House seat, according to...

05.05.2026 2

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Republicans argue financial advantage will help protect House majority in midterms

Republicans’ House campaign arm is arguing that, six months out from election day, its financial advantage over Democrats will help protect the...

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Trump’s redistricting revenge push faces test in Indiana

A slate of primary elections for the state Legislature in Indiana on Tuesday offer a key test of President Trump's influence as he seeks to oust the...

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Platner pulls out of all primary debates after Mills exits Maine Senate race

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is pulling out of upcoming Democratic primary debates after Gov. Janet Mills (D), his main party rival for the...

01.05.2026 10

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Democrats coalesce around Platner as Mills exits Maine Senate race

Democrats are coalescing around progressive political outsider Graham Platner and his bid to oust incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine...

30.04.2026 5

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Becerra, Steyer battle for momentum at California governor's debate

Top candidates for governor in California are battling to break through with less than a week before voters are set to receive ballots, as Democrats...

30.04.2026 10

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Redistricting war draws to a close: A look at GOP, Democratic gains

Voters in Virginia last week approved a new, Democratic-friendly congressional map that could tip the fight for House control in the midterms, but...

29.04.2026 10

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California governor candidates struggle for standout moments at feisty debate

California gubernatorial candidates struggled to break through on the debate stage Tuesday, as Democrats look to capitalize on former Rep. Eric...

28.04.2026 7

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Georgia governor candidates clash in debates as early voting starts

Candidates for governor in Georgia faced off Monday in a pair of party debates as early voting kicked off in the Peach State. On the Republican stage...

27.04.2026 7

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Becerra, Steyer jostle for front-runner status in ‘fluid’ California governor’s race

Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra and billionaire Tom Steyer are jostling for Democratic front-runner status in the primary...

25.04.2026 10

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5 takeaways from first major California governor's debate after Swalwell exit

Six candidates running for California governor squared off on the debate stage Wednesday, yet the forum may have created more questions than answers...

22.04.2026 10

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Haaland leads Democratic primary for New Mexico governor: Poll

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is leading the Democratic primary race for governor of New Mexico, new polling shows. A new Emerson College...

22.04.2026 10

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Democrats boost midterm edge with Virginia redistricting win: 5 takeaways

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid-decade redistricting plan that could help Democrats win four more House seats ahead of the November midterms...

21.04.2026 20

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Virginia voters approve redistricting measure backed by Democrats

Virginia voters have approved a Democrat-backed redistricting plan, according to Decision Desk HQ, greenlighting a new congressional map that could...

21.04.2026 8

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Paxton alleges ActBlue misled Congress, public about donation vetting

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued ActBlue, alleging that the major Democratic Party fundraising platform misled Congress and the public about...

21.04.2026 10

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Democrats gain ground in Iowa governor’s race

The race for governor in Iowa is gearing up to be closer than expected as Democrat Rob Sand campaigns to replace retiring Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds...

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Democrats hang on to New Jersey House seat left open by Sherill

Democrat Analilia Mejía is projected to win a House seat in New Jersey, according to Decision Desk HQ, succeeding now-Gov. Mikie Sherrill (D) and...

16.04.2026 7

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Swalwell exit upends California governor's race: Poll

Rep. Eric Swalwell's (D-Calif.) suspension of his bid for California governor has shaken up the race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) in the Golden...

16.04.2026 6

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El-Sayed, McMorrow neck-in-neck in Michigan Democratic Senate primary: Poll

Democrats Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow are neck-and-neck in new polling on the competitive primary for Senate in Michigan, besting Rep. Haley...

16.04.2026 20

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Peltola rakes in almost $9 million in record-setting first quarter

Former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) brought in $8.9 million in the first three months of the year as she seeks a Senate seat, her campaign announced...

15.04.2026 10

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Talarico raises $27 million for Texas Senate campaign in first quarter

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico (D) has brought in $27 million in the first quarter of the year, a massive haul as he prepares for a November...

15.04.2026 10

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2028 buzz builds as shadow presidential primary takes shape

The shadow primary for the next presidential race is already underway as both parties ramp up this year’s midterm fight. Potential Democratic...

15.04.2026 10

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Trump gets McDonald's delivery to Oval Office to promote 'no tax on tips'

President Trump on Monday received a McDonald’s delivery to the Oval Office to promote his “no tax on tips” law. He received two bags of...

13.04.2026 20

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Virginia redistricting battle enters home stretch

Democrats’ push to redistrict in Virginia is entering the home stretch as the party seeks to solidify an advantage in four more House districts...

11.04.2026 4

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Swalwell loses campaign chairs, endorsements over sexual assault allegations

Rep. Eric Swalwell’s (D-Calif.) campaign for California governor lost two co-chairs and key endorsements on Friday after the San Francisco Chronicle...

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Democrats build on overperformance streak in Wisconsin, Georgia elections

Democrats’ high hopes of a flip were dashed in Georgia's special House race on Tuesday, but an overperformance in the red district — plus a...

07.04.2026 7

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GOP super PAC announces $342M investment in midterm Senate races

The Senate Leadership Fund, a big-dollar fundraising group affiliated with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), announced Monday a whopping...

06.04.2026 10

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Hasan Piker controversy heats up Michigan Senate primary for Democrats

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s plans to rally in the state this week with controversial livestreamer Hasan Piker is roiling the...

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Trump ramps up war on mail-in voting ahead of midterms

President Trump is ramping up his war on mail-in voting with a new attempt to reshape how elections are run ahead of this year’s high-stakes...

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Sanford, former governor, joins crowded race for old South Carolina House seat

South Carolina Republican Mark Sanford, a former governor and congressman, has filed to run for Congress, lodging a comeback bid for his old House...

30.03.2026 10

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Democrats see openings in Ohio races for Senate, governor

Competitive races for governor and Senate in Ohio could give Democrats rare openings in the red state once seen as a critical bellwether. Two major...

29.03.2026 10

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North Carolina's Senate leader concedes to local sheriff in 23-vote race

The leader of North Carolina’s state Senate on Tuesday conceded after a recount in a Republican primary race that came down to 23 votes in the Tar...

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Oklahoma governor makes pick to replace Mullin in Senate

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) has appointed energy executive Alan Armstrong to represent the state in the Senate, replacing outgoing Sen. Markwayne...

24.03.2026 20

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Cornyn, Paxton lock into Texas Senate GOP runoff still seeking Trump's nod

Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) are locked into their Senate primary runoff fight as they court President Trump's...

21.03.2026 20

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6 governor races shift to Democrats: Election handicapper

A leading election handicapper on Thursday shifted its ratings of six gubernatorial races toward Democrats, though Republicans are well positioned to...

19.03.2026 9

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