The four most high-stakes primaries left with 100 days until midterm elections

With the 2026 midterm elections just 100 days away, several important races have yet to hold their primaries, with national implications. The 2026 primaries have largely been characterized by two trends — President Donald Trump’s hold on the Republican Party being cemented through successful endorsements, and the Democratic Party’s left-wing being strengthened through victories of […]

Troy Jackson secures Democratic nomination for Maine Senate seat after chaotic primary race

Progressive former state senate president gains nomination after Graham Platner dropped out over sexual assault allegationsIn a race defined by scandal, withdrawals and a frantic hunt for a replacement candidate, Maine Democrats hit reset on their chaotic Senate primary on Saturday as Troy Jackson officially secured the party’s nomination.He took the stage at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor to rapturous applause, a standing ovation and Noah Kahan’s Northern Attitude blaring over the speakers. “This is the absolute honor of my life,” Jackson said. Continue reading...

Maine Dems pick Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner and take on Susan Collins in high stakes Senate race 

The special nominating convention in Bangor served as a coronation for Jackson, who essentially locked up the nomination earlier this week.

Whitmer Endorses Stevens Over Socialist El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Primary

Gretchen Whitmer endorses moderate Haley Stevens in tight upcoming Senate primary

Gretchen Whitmer backed Haley Stevens over Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Senate primary as early voting begins, setting up a key Democratic clash.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens ahead of key Democratic Senate primary

“As governor, I've had one strategy: get things done,” Whitmer said in a video shared by Stevens on X. “That strategy informs everything that I do, and that's why I'm endorsing Haley Stevens for the US Senate."

Democrats approve new primary election calendar, putting South Carolina first

Democrats chose South Carolina for the first 2028 presidential primary, then Nevada, prioritizing Black and Latino voters. New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia also hold early contests.

Democrats reshape their primary calendar: From the Politics Desk

In today’s edition, Ben Kamisar breaks down Democrats’ new presidential primary order. Plus, Kristen Welker explores the political pressure the ongoing Iran war is putting on Republicans.