Missy Hughes

Mandela Barnes withdrew from the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary, ceding to Francesca Hong's lead after a poll showed her significant support. Barnes became the third candidate to exit the race, following Sara Rodriguez and Missy Hughes, as David Crowley, endorsed by Governor Tony Evers, remains in contention.

Mandela Barnes withdrew from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, citing Francesca Hong's lead in a recent poll. Barnes is the third Democrat to exit the race, following Sara Rodriguez and Missy Hughes, with Governor Tony Evers endorsing David Crowley as the likely nominee.

Mandela Barnes withdrew from the Wisconsin governor's Democratic primary, citing support for democratic socialist Francesca Hong. Barnes is the third Democrat to exit the race, following Sara Rodriguez and Missy Hughes, as Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley reentered with Gov. Tony Evers' endorsement. The primary is set for Aug. 11, with U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany expected as the Republican opponent.

Mandela Barnes dropped out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, following a poll showing Francesca Hong leading. Barnes is the third Democrat to withdraw, joining Sara Rodriguez and Missy Hughes, as Hong gains support from the party's liberal wing.

A Wisconsin judge ruled that voters who have returned absentee ballots for the state primary cannot void them and request new ones. The decision affects Democrats who sought a do-over after a chaotic primary involving candidates dropping out. Over 117,000 absentee ballots had been returned by the time of the ruling.

A Wisconsin judge ruled that voters who have returned absentee ballots for the state primary cannot void them and request new ones. The decision impacts Democrats, who sought to allow voters to change ballots after a chaotic primary with multiple candidate withdrawals.

A Wisconsin judge ruled that voters who returned absentee ballots for the state's primary cannot void them and request new ones, impacting Democrats concerned about votes cast for a candidate who withdrew. Over 117,000 absentee ballots had been returned, with concerns some were for a candidate who dropped out amid a scandal. The judge stated state law does not permit changing ballots after they are submitted.

A Wisconsin judge ruled that voters who returned absentee ballots for the state's primary cannot void them and request new ones, impacting Democrats seeking to address issues in a chaotic governor's race. Over 117,000 absentee ballots had been returned by Wednesday, with concerns some may have been cast for candidates like Sara Rodriguez, who dropped out of the race.

Wisconsin voters began early in-person voting in a competitive Democratic primary for governor, featuring candidates like Francesca Hong and Mandela Barnes. A lawsuit seeks to allow voters to cancel already-submitted absentee ballots after several candidates exited or re-entered the race, complicating the process.

Wisconsin Democrats request voters who cast absentee ballots in the governor's primary be allowed to vote again due to candidates dropping out and re-entering the race. Over 80,000 ballots have already been returned, and the request is expected to lead to a lawsuit ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.

Wisconsin Democrats are requesting that voters who cast absentee ballots in the governor's primary be allowed to vote again due to multiple candidates dropping out and re-entering the race. Over 80,000 absentee ballots have already been returned, and the request is expected to lead to a lawsuit ahead of the August 11 primary.

The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has requested the Wisconsin Elections Commission to retract guidance limiting voters from changing absentee ballots if their preferred candidate withdraws. The guidance, issued July 9, states that a candidate's withdrawal is not sufficient reason for a new ballot, contradicting prior state law and legal precedents. Over 80,000 absentee ballots have already been returned ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.

Missy Hughes, former Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. CEO, suspended her campaign for Wisconsin governor and endorsed Sara Rodriguez for the Democratic primary. Hughes highlighted Rodriguez's experience and ability to build a broad coalition to win in November.

Missy Hughes, a candidate in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, emphasizes her economic background in agriculture and economic development to address challenges in manufacturing and farming. She highlights the need for economic growth to support public resources and counter declining industries.