Democratic Senate nominee
Coverage of Democratic Senate nominee in the Nexus archive.
- Troy Jackson surges as Maine Democrats’ likely Senate pick after Graham Platner’s exit
Troy Jackson is emerging as the likely Democratic Senate nominee in Maine following Graham Platner's exit from the race. Jackson, a former lawmaker and logger, secured 481 of 601 delegates to replace Platner, who left after a sexual assault allegation. Jackson faces challenges in fundraising and appealing to independents against Senate Majority Leader Susan Collins.
- In Maine Senate race, Jackson sprints ahead of pack, as Bellows drops out
Troy Jackson has gained a significant lead in Maine's process to select the Democratic Senate nominee. Shenna Bellows withdrew from the race as Jackson's advantage among delegates increased. Graham Platner dropped out earlier this month under pressure from party leaders.
- Cindy Burbank, Nebraska’s Democratic Senate Nominee, Files to Withdraw From Race
Cindy Burbank, Nebraska’s Senate nominee, has filed to withdraw from the race. The article references Cindy Burbank in May but provides no further details.
- Here's who's vying to replace Graham Platner as Maine Democratic Senate nominee
Graham Platner suspended his Senate campaign following a sexual assault allegation, prompting Democrats in Maine to seek replacements to challenge GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
- Cornyn heads into Texas Senate runoff with more money than Paxton
Texas GOP Sen. John Cornyn has a significant financial advantage over primary opponent Ken Paxton ahead of the May runoff, with $8 million in cash compared to Paxton's $2.6 million. Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico raised $27 million in the quarter, but President Trump has not yet endorsed in the race.