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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.

Mandela Barnes dropped out of the Wisconsin governor race, acknowledging Francesca Hong's lead in polls and urging Democrats to focus on defeating Tom Tiffany. Barnes' exit follows discussions with his team and amid expected damaging media reports, with hopes that David Crowley's campaign, backed by Tony Evers, can consolidate moderate support against Hong.

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 new Marquette Law School poll shows Francesca Hong leading the Democratic primary with 38% support, a 12-point increase from the previous week. The poll, conducted July 22-27, reflects changes in the race including Sara Rodriguez's exit and David Crowley's return, with 34% of voters remaining undecided.

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 voters began early in-person voting in a chaotic Democratic primary for governor, with candidates including democratic socialist Francesca Hong and Mandela Barnes. A lawsuit seeks to allow voters to cancel already-submitted absentee ballots due to candidate withdrawals and re-entries. The winner will face Republican Tom Tiffany in November.

Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor is marked by chaos, with candidates dropping out and re-entering the race, shifting endorsements, and a lack of clear leadership. Francesca Hong leads in polls but faces skepticism within the party, while other candidates like Sara Rodriguez and David Crowley struggle with controversies and backlash.

Democrats face internal conflict between moderates and democratic socialists, with candidates dropping out due to scandals in Wisconsin and Maine. Republicans struggle with Trump's influence and a war with Iran disrupting economic messaging.

Francesca Hong leads in Marquette Law School and rival polls for the Democratic governor primary, with over 40% of voters undecided. Internal polls from competitors also show Hong ahead, though skepticism remains about her viability against Republican Tom Tiffany.

Both major political parties face chaotic primaries disrupting midterm strategies, with Republicans struggling over Trump's Iran war and party control, and Democrats dealing with internal conflicts between moderates and progressives. Candidates in Wisconsin and Maine have been affected by scandals and internal divisions, complicating their campaigns.

Both major political parties face chaotic primaries due to internal conflicts and strategic missteps. Republicans struggle with Trump's influence and policy disruptions, while Democrats confront divisions between moderates and progressives, with key races in Wisconsin and Maine at risk due to candidate scandals and primary battles.

Midterm campaigns for both major political parties have descended into chaos due to internal conflicts and missteps. Republicans face challenges from President Trump's focus on purging dissent and Iran war policies, while Democrats grapple with internal divisions between moderates and progressives, leading to primary scandals and candidate implosions.

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.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers endorsed David Crowley for governor, shifting the Democratic primary race after a campaign finance scandal forced Sara Rodriguez to exit. Crowley re-entered the race following Republican-backed ads targeting Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist candidate. Evers' endorsement sparked tension with Mandela Barnes and Hong supporters.

David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, reentered the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor after recently suspending his campaign and endorsing Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, who withdrew due to a campaign finance scandal. The Democratic field now includes Crowley, Rep. Francesca Hong, Rep. Kelda Roys, Mandela Barnes, and Joel Brennan.

David Crowley reentered Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Governor Tony Evers’ endorsement after initially suspending his campaign. The primary, set for August 11, includes candidates like Francesca Hong and former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, following Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s exit due to a campaign finance scandal.

David Crowley reentered the Wisconsin Democratic governor primary with outgoing Gov. Tony Evers' endorsement after initially withdrawing. The primary, now including candidates like Francesca Hong and Mandela Barnes, follows Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez's exit due to a campaign finance issue.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers endorsed David Crowley's revived gubernatorial campaign following Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez's exit from the race. Evers emphasized support for a governor who will advocate for Wisconsin residents.

Tony Evers is endorsing David Crowley in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary following the exit of another candidate. Crowley, who previously withdrew his bid to support the departing candidate, now faces multiple opponents including Mandela Barnes and Francesca Hong ahead of the August 11 primary.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is endorsing David Crowley in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. The race includes candidates like Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, and Kelda Roys, following the exit of Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez due to a campaign finance issue.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has endorsed David Crowley in the Democratic gubernatorial primary, following the exit of Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez due to a campaign finance scandal. The primary, set for August 11, includes candidates such as Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan, with the winner facing Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election.

David Crowley will rejoin the Wisconsin governor’s race after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her bid due to a campaign finance scandal. Crowley announced his return via social media, hinting at a 'big announcement' in his campaign.

David Crowley restarts his Wisconsin governor campaign after Sara Rodriguez exited due to campaign finance issues. Rodriguez abandoned her bid citing financial concerns as a distraction, while Crowley, who previously endorsed her, will re-enter the Democratic primary less than two weeks after withdrawing.

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, a Democrat, withdrew from the Wisconsin governor’s race, which was considered an open seat, after citing financial report issues in her campaign. She was widely seen as the establishment front-runner in the primary.

Sara Rodriguez, Lieutenant Governor, has withdrawn from the Wisconsin Governor’s Race. Her exit has disrupted the race dynamics in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to campaign finance issues, including a significant financial shortfall. She cited the need to avoid distractions ahead of the Aug. 11 primary, where Democrats will choose a successor to Gov. Tony Evers.

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to financial issues she described as a distraction. She resigned her campaign manager after discovering unexplained financial shortfalls and cited the need to avoid clouding the election.

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to campaign financial issues, stating the problems would be a distraction. She fired her campaign manager after discovering a significant shortfall in funds and cited the need to avoid clouding the upcoming August 11 primary.

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to campaign finance issues. She cited financial shortfalls and ongoing distractions as reasons for her withdrawal, which occurred less than a month before the Aug. 11 primary.

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez remains in the governor's race despite campaign financial issues and errors in filings. Her campaign has hired a crisis communications firm and faces competition from state Rep. Francesca Hong, who received an endorsement from Citizen Action of Wisconsin. Campaign finance reports due Wednesday revealed a massive shortfall and inaccuracies.

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez fired her campaign manager over mismanagement of financial reports, revealing hundreds of thousands of dollars less in campaign funds than expected. Rodriguez stated she would continue her campaign, calling the issue a 'bump in the road,' while experts found duplicate donations and unreported expenses in the campaign finance filings.

Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Sara Rodriguez discovered her campaign has significantly less cash than expected due to financial misreporting by her campaign manager, who was subsequently fired. Rodriguez remains in the race and has notified the Wisconsin Ethics Commission to correct campaign finance reports.