Democratic Senate Primary
Coverage of Democratic Senate Primary in the Nexus archive.
- Mayor Says El-Sayed’s Win Shows He Is More Than a ‘Mini-Mamdani’
Mayor Zohran Mamdani commented on Dr. Abdul El-Sayed's win in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, suggesting it shows El-Sayed is more than a 'mini-Mamdani.'
- Inside the Abdul El-Sayed Watch Party
Tim Balk attended the election night watch party for Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate primary candidate, in Michigan as supporters awaited closer-than-expected results.
- Why Polling Overestimated Abdul El-Sayed’s Advantage in Michigan
Polling for the Michigan Senate primary showed stronger support for Abdul El-Sayed than his actual Election Day results indicated. The discrepancy highlights potential inaccuracies in pre-election polling for the race.
- Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan's Democratic Senate primary in major victory for party's progressive wing
Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, marking a significant win for the party's progressive wing. His victory highlights strong support in the primary election.
- Abdul El-Sayed's speech after winning Democratic Senate primary
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed delivered a speech in downtown Detroit following his victory in the Senate primary, securing one percent more votes than Rep. Haley Stevens.
- Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens in Michigan Democratic Senate primary
Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary with partial vote counts, as the race reflects party divisions between progressive and establishment factions. Key vote-rich areas remain uncounted, and the winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in a general election toss-up race.
- Counties to Watch in Michigan’s Democratic Senate Primary
Results from eight Michigan counties may be crucial in the uncertain Senate primary race between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Representative Haley Stevens.
- Divided Democrats face critical Michigan Senate primary
Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed compete in a Democratic Senate primary in Michigan that may indicate the party's direction. The race highlights divisions between establishment and progressive factions.
- Michigan's Democratic Senate primary puts spotlight on big money and pro-Israel lobby
A competitive and bitter Democratic Senate primary in Michigan is seen as a proxy fight involving big money in politics, the pro-Israel lobby's influence, and U.S.-Israel relations within the party. The race highlights tensions over financial power and advocacy groups' roles in shaping political outcomes.
- What to watch in the Aug. 4 primaries: Michigan Senate race tests Democrats’ path forward
Michigan’s Senate primary on Aug. 4 is a key election testing the Democratic party’s choice between a progressive candidate and an establishment-backed candidate. The race is highlighted as a must-watch event for political observers.
- El-Sayed and Stevens make final Democratic Senate primary push in Michigan churches, union halls
Abdul El-Sayed and U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens are making final campaign pushes in Detroit churches and union halls for the Democratic Senate primary. Both candidates are seeking to assemble Michigan's Democratic coalition ahead of the election, with El-Sayed emphasizing economic opportunity and Stevens focusing on electability and experience.
- Five Big Moments in Michigan’s Democratic Senate Primary
The article outlines five significant moments in Michigan's Democratic Senate Primary, focusing on candidates Haley Stevens and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed.
- Maine rabbis issue joint call for peace, urge politicians to stop calling Gaza war ‘genocide’
Eleven congregational rabbis in Maine signed a letter condemning the use of the term 'genocide' to describe the Gaza war as 'misleading' and 'Holocaust inversion.' The letter follows a Democratic Senate primary where several candidates used the label.
- Rep. Debbie Dingell urges Michigan Democrats to unite regardless of who wins Senate primary
Rep. Debbie Dingell urges Michigan Democrats to unite regardless of the outcome of the upcoming Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. The primary is less than one week away and has drawn attention due to divisions in the race.
- Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens ahead of key Democratic Senate primary
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Haley Stevens for the US Senate ahead of a key Democratic Senate primary. Whitmer cited her strategy of 'getting things done' as the reason for the endorsement.
- Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer backs Haley Stevens in contested Democratic Senate primary
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens for the Senate primary. The endorsement occurs amid a contested race for the Senate seat.
- Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens for Michigan Senate seat
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the state’s Democratic Senate primary. The primary on Aug. 4 will choose a candidate to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters, with Stevens competing against Abdul El-Sayed.
- Bernie Sanders dismisses Haley Stevens, says Michigan race is against the 'billionaire class'
Bernie Sanders dismissed Rep. Haley Stevens, framing Michigan's Democratic Senate primary as a battle between progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed and the 'billionaire class.' Sanders highlighted $50 million in spending by wealthy donors and outside groups against El-Sayed, who faces Stevens in the August 4 primary. AdImpact data shows Stevens' super PACs outspent El-Sayed's campaign by 12-to-1.
- Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that’s enough
Haley Stevens, a Michigan House representative, emphasizes her record of defeating Republicans in elections as she campaigns for the Democratic Senate primary against Abdul El-Sayed. Democrats must choose between Stevens' electability and El-Sayed's progressive policies to secure the Senate seat critical for their majority hopes.
- Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough
Haley Stevens, a U.S. Representative, is campaigning in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary by highlighting her electoral success, including flipping a Republican-held House seat in 2018 and surviving a 2022 primary. Her opponent, Abdul El-Sayed, emphasizes progressive policies and rejecting corporate PAC money, while Democratic leaders like Chuck Schumer and Debbie Stabenow support Stevens for her electability against Republican Mike Rogers.
- Graham Platner wins Maine Democratic Senate primary, CBS News projects | Special Report
CBS News projects Graham Platner has won Maine's Democratic Senate primary, setting up a November race against Sen. Susan Collins. Platner faced scandals in recent weeks.
- Maine Democrats considering Graham Platner for Senate nomination amid controversies
Maine Democrats are considering Graham Platner for Senate nomination amid controversies. He is favored to win the Democratic Senate primary despite the controversies.
- Maine's Graham Platner remains defiant for Democratic primary despite Nazi tattoo, other scandals
Graham Platner faces multiple controversies linked to his past as he remains defiant ahead of the Maine Democratic Senate primary. CBS News reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns covers the story.
- WATCH: Maine voters divided on Platner as scandals shadow Democratic primary
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces multiple scandals, including allegations of heavy drinking, violent episodes, and a Nazi-linked tattoo, with voters divided on whether these issues will impact their primary vote. Some residents criticize his judgment and values, while others remain supportive, citing trust in his wife and belief in his potential as a representative.
- Chuck Schumer Privately Backs Haley Stevens in Michigan Democratic Senate Primary
Chuck Schumer supports Haley Stevens in a competitive three-way primary for Senate in Michigan. Stevens is a moderate Democrat running for Senate.
- Josh Turek, a Paralympian, Wins the Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa
Josh Turek, a Paralympian, won the Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa. He described himself as a 'prairie populist' during a campaign event in Westside, Iowa last month.
- In Cedar Rapids, a Voter Expects — and Receives — Personal Attention
Sophia Joseph, a progressive activist from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, supported Zach Wahls in the Democratic Senate primary. The article highlights a voter receiving personal attention in Cedar Rapids.
- Mills reminds Maine voters she’s on ballot amid Platner sexting story
Maine Gov. Janet Mills reminded voters she remains on the ballot for the Senate primary amid reports about Graham Platner's sexting allegations. She clarified that she did not withdraw but suspended active campaigning.
- Moulton to take on incumbent Markey in Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton secured delegate support to appear on Massachusetts' primary ballot, challenging incumbent Sen. Ed Markey. The contest is part of the state's Democratic Senate primary.