Republican Primary

Lisa Demuth was projected by Decision Desk HQ to win the Republican primary for governor of Minnesota, which reportedly dealt a blow to President Trump. The source notes that Trump had previously endorsed Mike Lindell, who allegedly defamed Smartmatic with false statements about election tech.

Thomas Smith, whose name remained on the ballot after withdrawing from the Republican primary for Michigan’s eighth district last month, won the nomination with over 50% of the vote. He defeated anti-abortion activist Al Lemmo, whom he endorsed, and former federal law enforcement officer Amir Hassan, who was endorsed by Donald Trump.

Rick Brattin won the Republican primary for Missouri's 5th Congressional District, as projected by CBS News, in a district redrawn to favor the GOP. He will face an 11-term Democrat in the upcoming election.

Ty Masterson won the Kansas Republican Primary for Governor. He is the president of the Kansas Senate.

James Fishback, a Republican candidate for Florida governor, is promoting policies to eliminate property taxes and ban data centers. He has faced accusations of using antisemitic and racist language and was questioned about remarks involving the terms 'slave' and 'lynched' during an interview. Fishback trails in polls behind Congressman Byron Donalds but remains a top contender with 9% of the vote.

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.

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.

Scott Singer and Dan Franzese are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House District 25. They participated in an interview on 'This Week in South Florida' with host Glenna Milberg.

Early in-person voting for Minnesota’s August primary election has begun, allowing voters to cast ballots in person at local sites. Key races include the Republican governor primary with Kendall Qualls, Lisa Demuth, and Mike Lindell, and the DFL Senate primary between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan. U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar leads Democrats in the gubernatorial race, while Keith Ellison is ahead of Ron Schutz in the attorney general race.

Representative Andy Biggs, endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican primary for governor in Arizona. He defeated Representative David Schweikert in the election.

Sen. Darline Graham, sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is being encouraged by President Donald Trump to run for a full six-year Senate term. Graham was appointed to fill her brother's seat until the end of the year, with a Republican primary scheduled for August 11, 2026. Other Republicans, including Rep. Ralph Norman and Mark Lynch, are also seeking the nomination.

Mike Cox dropped out of the GOP gubernatorial primary, leaving John James and Perry Johnson as the remaining candidates. Cox cited President Donald Trump's endorsement of James as a key factor in his decision to exit the race.

Mike Cox announced the end of his Michigan governor campaign after Donald Trump endorsed John James, stating internal polling showed James had become uncatchable in the Republican primary. Cox pledged support to James and other Republican candidates, reflecting on his campaign and gratitude to supporters.

President Trump met with Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, and asked her to run in the special Republican primary for a Senate seat. The meeting occurred in the Oval Office.

South Carolina law requires a temporary appointment to fill a Senate vacancy following a death, followed by a special Republican primary to select a replacement nominee for the November election. Voters will then determine the next Senate term through the state's established election process.

Marine Corps veteran Victor Marx won the Republican primary for Colorado governor, defeating state Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer. Marx, described as a 'high risk humanitarian' and the fastest gun disarmer in the world, secured victory in the June 30 election.

Victor Marx, founder of a ministry, won the Republican primary for Colorado governor. He is now the Republican gubernatorial candidate in Colorado.

Victor Marx, a pastor and Marine Corps veteran, has won the Republican primary for Colorado governor.

Marine Corps veteran Victor Marx won the Republican primary for Colorado governor. The victory was announced on Thursday.

Victor Marx won Colorado’s Republican primary for governor with 39.9% of the vote, narrowly defeating Barbara Kirkmeyer who received 39.4%.

Victor Marx leads Barbara Kirkmeyer in the Colorado governor Republican primary with 39.9% of the vote compared to Kirkmeyer's 39.5% as of 5 p.m. Wednesday. The outcome may remain uncertain for several more days.

Phil Weiser defeated Michael Bennet in Colorado's Democratic primary for governor, preventing Bennet's move from the Senate to the governor's residence. Weiser is positioned as the favorite in November's election, while Bennet is expected to remain in the Senate. The primary highlighted a split within Colorado's Democratic establishment, with Weiser leveraging his legal background and Bennet relying on institutional support.

J. Stuart Adams, president of the Utah State Senate, lost the Republican primary following backlash related to data centers. The article references his role in the Utah State Senate but does not provide additional context on the election or data center issue.

Peter Oberacker has won the Republican primary for New York's 19th Congressional District. The victory secures his position as the Republican candidate in the district.

Anthony Constantino has declared victory in the Republican primary for New York's 21st Congressional District (NY-21).

Alan Wilson won the Republican primary for South Carolina Governor. The article references his role as Attorney General of South Carolina in Columbia, S.C., as noted last year.

South Carolina held a Republican primary runoff election on June 23 for governor between Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson, as neither secured a majority in the June 9 primary. The winner will face Democratic candidate Jermaine Johnson in the November election. Other Republican candidates, including Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, were eliminated.

South Carolina held a Republican primary runoff for attorney general on June 23 between Stephen Goldfinch and David Stumbo, who each received 40% and 35.7% of the primary vote, respectively. The winner will face Democratic candidate Richard Hricik in November. Incumbent state Attorney General Alan Wilson was not seeking reelection and is running for governor in 2026.

The 2026 U.S. Senate race in Virginia includes a Republican primary scheduled for August 4. The article updates the date for this primary election.

The Republican primary for Oklahoma governor is heading to a runoff between Attorney General Gentner Drummond and President Trump-backed candidate Mike Mazzei. Sparse polling indicated Drummond might have an advantage in the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Kevin Stitt (R).

Kevin Hern won the Republican primary for the Oklahoma Senate race. He received President Trump's endorsement during the primary campaign.

The article examines the influence of former President Donald Trump's endorsements in Republican primaries, particularly in Georgia, Alabama, and Oklahoma, where candidates face challenges from opponents with significant financial backing or outsider status. It highlights races where Trump's support for establishment figures is tested against insurgent candidates or substantial campaign spending.

Trump's endorsement influence is being tested against significant campaign spending in Georgia and other states. Rick Jackson spent over $100 million to challenge Trump-backed Burt Jones in Georgia's governor runoff, while Trump endorsed Barry Moore in Alabama's Senate race despite an outsider candidate's anti-establishment appeal.

Trump endorsed Mike Collins in the Georgia Senate runoff, positioning him as a MAGA loyalist against political newcomer Derek Dooley, who is backed by Governor Brian Kemp. The primary did not produce a clear winner, necessitating a runoff.

Rep. Nancy Mace finished fifth in South Carolina's Republican primary for governor, leaving her political future uncertain. The result marks a significant setback for her campaign.

Rep. Nancy Mace finished fifth in South Carolina's Republican primary for governor, ending her campaign marked by shifting political alliances and controversial statements. She criticized President Donald Trump over the Jan. 6 Capitol attack but later sought his support, while advocating for a citizenship law and disputing another candidate's eligibility. Mace's campaign struggled with fundraising and media presence.

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. David Flippo won the Republican primary in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District after securing President Donald Trump’s endorsement. The victory occurred in the closing weeks of the campaign.

The Republican primary for South Carolina’s First Congressional District advanced to a runoff. The election did not produce a clear winner in the initial round.

Sen. Lindsey Graham secured his fifth Senate term by winning the Republican primary, defeating challenger Mark Lynch and avoiding a runoff. Graham received strong support from President Donald Trump and spent over $18 million on campaign ads, countering Lynch’s backing from MAGA critics and the 'America First' wing of the GOP.