Voters in several U.S. states participated in primary elections Tuesday, testing Donald Trump's endorsement influence, immigration stances within the Democratic party, and generational shifts among congressional candidates ahead of the November midterms.
Fairshake PAC affiliates Defend American Jobs and Protect Progress spent over $1.5 million on media supporting congressional candidates in Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming following a primary loss in Michigan.
Progressive former public health official Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Senate primary, narrowly defeating establishment-backed candidate Haley Stevens. He will face Republican Mike Rogers in a key midterm election determining Senate control.
Arizona voters participate in primary elections to select nominees for governor and congressional seats, impacting control of the US House and a competitive Democratic governorship. Key races include the Republican gubernatorial primary and several congressional districts, with divisions over Israel and Gaza also influencing Democratic contests.
Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, defeated incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's primary elections. Support for Israel became a key issue in the campaign, with Kiros calling for an arms embargo against Israel and accusing it of genocide in Gaza.
Cryptocurrency companies have invested a record $189 million in the 2026 elections, surpassing all other corporate sectors. A Public Citizen report highlights this surge, driven by firms like Andreessen Horowitz and Ripple Labs, aiming to influence policy and elect crypto-friendly candidates.
Cryptocurrency-backed PACs have spent over $8 million supporting candidates in Tuesday's primaries across Maryland, New York, and Utah. The spending aims to influence congressional races, with a focus on specific districts and candidates, drawing criticism over 'dark money' influence.
New York's primary election features a showdown between progressive challengers and establishment Democrats, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani backing a slate of candidates. Races include challenges to incumbents and a notable contest for a Manhattan seat.
In Tuesday's primary elections, Donald Trump-backed candidates experienced mixed success. While some secured Senate nominations in Alabama, Georgia, and Oklahoma, Burt Jones lost the Georgia gubernatorial race. Voters also decided congressional and mayoral candidates ahead of November's midterms.
The US Justice Department sent a federal prosecutor to observe ballot processing in Los Angeles amid Donald Trump's baseless claims of election rigging in California's primary elections, where key races remain undecided with 65% of votes counted.
California's gubernatorial primary is too close to call, with vote counting ongoing. Across the US, midterm primaries reveal key trends: Democratic desire for change, Trump's influence on GOP voters, and economic concerns. Key House and Senate races are set for November.
California's gubernatorial primary remains undecided, with Steve Hilton leading for Republicans and Xavier Becerra for Democrats. US primary elections revealed trends for the November midterms, including voter concerns about the economy and Donald Trump's influence.
Trump's $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund is halted, facing lawsuits and Republican opposition. Bill Pulte named acting intel director despite lacking national security experience. Meanwhile, Iowa primary results and concerns over immigrant targeting on a new White House webpage are highlighted.
Voters in six US states participated in primary elections on Tuesday, determining key matchups for the November midterms. Races included California's gubernatorial contest, Iowa's Senate and governor races, and competitive House battles in New Jersey, with potential historic implications in New Mexico.
US primary elections on Tuesday revealed key matchups for the November midterms, with Democrats aiming to flip critical House and Senate districts. Races in New Jersey, Iowa, and California, alongside gubernatorial contests, highlighted voter concerns about the economy and Donald Trump's influence.
Primary elections across six states reveal shifts in the political landscape. Key races include Iowa's Senate contest, a setback for Trump's endorsements in Iowa's gubernatorial primary, and a crucial House race in New Jersey. Democrats also nominated Deb Haaland for governor in New Mexico.
The US is holding crucial primary elections in six states, including California and Iowa, to determine candidates for the November midterm elections. Results will significantly impact the balance of power in Congress, with Democrats aiming to regain control of the House and challenge the Republican majority in the Senate.
Oregon voters will decide primary races for governor, Senate, and House seats on Tuesday. A referendum to repeal a state fuel tax, amid rising gas prices due to the US-Israel war on Iran, is also on the ballot.
