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Flanagan's Chances of Losing to Michele Tafoya in Minnesota Senate Race

Democrats have an advantage in the Minnesota Senate race, according to polls and forecasts.

Newsweek - US News - 1 hour ago

Senator Darline Graham, US Representative Ralph Norman advance to GOP runoff for US Senate in South Carolina

The winner of the Aug. 25 runoff will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the general election.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 hour ago

Primary elections in Wisconsin and Minnesota test the Democratic Party's direction. See how the day unfolded.

The latest battle over the Democratic ideological divide shifts to the upper Midwest on Tuesday in Wisconsin and Minnesota, with other significant races in Alabama and South Carolina.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 hour ago

Former Mayor Luke Bronin wins Democratic primary in Connecticut, ousting US Representative John Larson

Larson has represented the Hartford and central Connecticut-based 1st Congressional District since 1999.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 hour ago

Embattled Minn. gov. Tim Walz's No. 2 wins Minnesota Democratic Senate primary over centrist candidate

Flanagan, who has served as embattled Gov. Tim Walz’s No. 2 since 2019, campaigned on many of the same progressive priorities that propelled Abdul El-Sayed to victory in his Senate primary in...

New York Post - US News - 1 hour ago

Progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan wins Minnesota Democratic Senate primary

Flanagan defeated Rep. Angie Craig, NBC News projects, in yet another nominating contest that exposed Democratic ideological divides.

NBC News - Technology - 1 hour ago

Michele Tafoya Wins Republican Nomination in Minnesota Senate Primary

Sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya clinched the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in the state of Minnesota, according to a projection.

Breitbart - Politics - 2 hours ago

Dems pick nominees in key Wisc. districts as Sean Duffy's son-in-law wins GOP primary -- National Democrats see two Wisconsin districts currently held by Republicans as up for grabs in November - the 1st and 3rd Districts. Here's how the primaries are shaping up.

National Democrats see two Wisconsin districts currently held by Republicans as up for grabs in November — the 1st and 3rd Districts. Here's how the primaries are shaping up.

CBS News - Politics - 2 hours ago

Norman, Graham advance to runoff in South Carolina Republican Senate primary

Rep. Ralph Norman and newly appointed Sen. Darline Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, speak to supporters after NBC News projects they will advance to a runoff in South Carolina's Republican Senate primary.

NBC News - Politics - 2 hours ago

Tafoya projected winner of GOP nomination for Senate in Minnesota primary -- Michele Tafoya, a former television sports reporter, is the winner of the Republican nomination for Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.

Michele Tafoya, a former television sports reporter, is the winner of the Republican nomination for Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.

CBS News - Politics - 3 hours ago

14-term Rep. John Larson ousted by challenger in Connecticut Democratic primary -- Democratic Rep. John Larson - who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s - lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.

Democratic Rep. John Larson — who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s — lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.

CBS News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Former NFL sideline reporter scores victory in Minnesota GOP Senate primary

The four-time Emmy Award-winning sports journalist entered the GOP primary after incumbent Sen. Tina Smith (D-Minn.) announced she wouldn’t be seeking a second term last February.

New York Post - Politics - 3 hours ago

Darline Graham, Ralph Norman Advance to Runoff in South Carolina U.S. Senate Republican Primary

Sen. Darline Graham Nordone and Rep. Ralph Norman have advanced to a runoff in the contest to succeed the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

Breitbart - Politics - 3 hours ago

Sen. Klobuchar projected winner of DFL primary in Minnesota governor's race -- CBS News projects Sen. Amy Klobuchar, the heavy favorite, will win the Democratic primary in Minnesota's gubernatorial race and will face the Republican challenger in November.

CBS News projects Sen. Amy Klobuchar, the heavy favorite, will win the Democratic primary in Minnesota's gubernatorial race and will face the Republican challenger in November.

CBS News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Darline Graham, Ralph Norman advance to runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary -- Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman will face off in a runoff later this month for the South Carolina GOP Senate nomination, CBS News projects, as they vie to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

Sen. Darline Graham will advance to a runoff later this month in the South Carolina GOP primary for Senate, CBS News projects, as she vies to replace her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, on the ticket.

CBS News - Politics - 4 hours ago

Darline Graham, Ralph Norman Advance to GOP Senate Runoff in South Carolina

The senator and representative are vying to replace the late Lindsey Graham as the Republican Senate nominee.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Darline Graham advances to South Carolina Republican runoff to replace late brother in U.S. Senate

Darline Graham was appointed to serve remainder of Lindsey Graham’s term after his unexpected death in July

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Darline Graham advances to GOP U.S. Senate runoff to replace late brother

Darline Graham has advanced to a runoff in South Carolina’s special Republican primary to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate one month after his sudden death.

CTV News - World - 4 hours ago

Darline Graham Fails To Secure Majority In Senate Primary Despite Trump's Backing

Lindsey Graham’s sister Darline, a political newcomer backed by Trump, failed to win a clear majority in the primary and will now face congressman Ralph Norman

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman advance to GOP Senate primary runoff in South Carolina

Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, will face Norman in an Aug. 25 runoff for the party’s nomination, NBC News projects.

NBC News - Business - 4 hours ago

Sen. Darline Graham advances to Republican special primary runoff in South Carolina

Progressive Democrats hope to keep their winning streak rolling in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

CNBC - US News - 5 hours ago

Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline, advances to runoff in GOP battle for late senator's SC Senate seat

Sen. Darline Graham advanced to the runoff in the special GOP primary to hold onto her late brother's Senate seat following his abrupt death last month.

New York Post - Politics - 5 hours ago

Minnesota Senate primary tests progressive influence as voters head to polls

Fox News correspondent Garrett Tenney reports on Minnesota’s Senate primary and what the race could reveal about progressive influence on ‘Special Report.’

Fox News - Politics - 5 hours ago

Minnesota primary is latest Democratic proxy fight for Senate and a test for Trump-backed hopefuls

The Democratic Party's internal battle is heating up in Minnesota

Los Angeles Times - US News - 15 hours ago

What to know about the US primary election in Minnesota

Immigration is at the centre of another closely watched Democratic Senate race.

Aljazeera - US News - 15 hours ago

The Latest: Primary elections in Wisconsin and Minnesota test the Democratic Party's direction

Primary elections are taking place in six U.S. states — Alabama, Connecticut, Minnesota, South Carolina, Vermont and Wisconsin. Minnesota voters will settle a moderate-versus-progressive Democratic …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

What to watch in Wisconsin's high-stakes primary

US Democrats face another test after Michigan as voters choose nominees for governor and Congress.

Aljazeera - US News - 15 hours ago

In South Carolina, Some GOP Senate Hopefuls Depart from Graham Example

Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) and businessman Mark Lynch are among the candidates seeking a little distance from the late senator.

Epoch Times - US News - 17 hours ago

The Scramble for Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat

Trump endorsed the late senator’s sister, Darline Graham, in Tuesday’s special primary. But with a crowded field, she’s likely to wind up in a runoff.

New York Magazine - Politics - 18 hours ago

early and often -- The Scramble for Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat -- Ed Kilgore -- Trump endorsed the late senator's sister, Darline Graham, in Tuesday's special primary. But with a crowded field, she's likely to wind up in a runoff.

Trump endorsed the late senator’s sister, Darline Graham, in Tuesday’s special primary. But with a crowded field, she’s likely to wind up in a runoff.

New York Magazine - US News - 18 hours ago

Josh Turek talks Paralympics in his first Iowa Senate general election ad

Turek makes a bipartisan pitch in his first TV ad of the general election, not mentioning President Donald Trump or his Republican opponent, Rep. Ashley Hinson.

NBC News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Wisconsin Democrats Head to Polls as Democratic Socialist Leads in Gubernatorial Primary

Democratic socialist Francesca Hong enters the primary favored to win despite criticism of her past social media posts online.

Epoch Times - US News - 20 hours ago

In texts, Fauci discussed potential risks, benefits of COVID vaccine for pregnant women -- Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.

Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.

CBS News - Health - 1 day ago

US Senate approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting energy - The package would impose sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions and the so-called shadow fleet used to evade restrictions on Moscow's oil exports. It would also allow President Donald Trump to set tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports, including gas and oil. 07/08/2026

The package would impose sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions and the so-called shadow fleet used to evade restrictions on Moscow's oil exports. It would also allow President Donald Trump to set tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports, including gas and oil.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Senate approves funding bill to avoid shutdown before election

WASHINGTON — In an overnight vote Saturday, the U.S. Senate approved a short-term measure to fund federal agencies into early December and avoid a government shutdown during the middle of campaign sea

The Columbian - Politics - 2 days ago

Senate to Take Up College Sports Bill After August Recess

The act would prohibit colleges, athletic conferences, and organizations from preventing athletes from entering into name, image, and likeness agreements.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Ocasio-Cortez hasn't 'ruled out' running for president or Senate in 2028

The congresswoman, who has emerged as a polling favorite to be the Democratic nominee, said she also has not ruled out a run for the Senate in 2028.

CNBC - US News - 2 days ago

Senate Moves Major Crypto Regulation Bill Toward Vote

The CLARITY Act would establish a federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and other digital assets.

Epoch Times - Business - 2 days ago

US Senate confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General

Washington: The US Senate has confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General of the United States. The Senate approved Blanche s nomination by a narrow...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

Senate Republicans Delay 'Reconciliation 3.0' Until After August Recess

Sen. Ron Johnson said he and other lawmakers spoke to President Donald Trump about postponing the vote and he agreed.

Epoch Times - US News - 3 days ago

US Senate Nod For Russia Sanctions. Ukraine Cheers Move, But Will Moscow Blink

The backers of the bill and the Trump administration believe that such a step would force Russia to tone down its war rhetoric and drag it to talks to end the conflict, which has raged on since 2022. Russia has not shown any signs of backing down.

International Business Times - World - 3 days ago

Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General

The late-night vote caps weeks of uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as the nation’s 88th Attorney General.

Epoch Times - US News - 3 days ago

Senate Republicans narrowly confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general

Blanche won confirmation in a 50-49 vote, with Republican Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski opposing him. Senator Bill Cassidy was the deciding vote.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

US senate confirms Todd Blanche for attorney general

Washington, United States: President Donald Trump s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche was confirmed as US attorney general on Saturday. Blanche,...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

Exclusive — 16 GOP Attorneys General Back Trump Push for Senate Budget Resolution, SAVE America Act Measures

Sixteen Republican attorneys general are backing Trump’s call for the Senate to pass a budget resolution advancing election-integrity, military, and farm measures.

Breitbart - World - 4 days ago

Lindsey Graham Championed a Russia Sanctions Package Before His Death. The Senate Just Passed It.

The Senate approved a Russia sanctions bill pushed by late Sen. Lindsey Graham before his death in July.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Russia sanctions bill honoring Lindsey Graham breezes through Senate, heads to House

A measure to impose new sanctions on Russian oil purchasers easily cleared the Senate and heads to the House.

CNBC - Politics - 4 days ago

Senate confirms Schiess to lead Space Force

Lt. Gen. Douglas Schiess is set to succeed Gen. Chance Saltzman, who is expected to retire in the coming months.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Anti-Muslim lawmaker Andy Ogles loses Republican primary

He was defeated by another pro-Trump candidate, but the results may suggest there is a limit to hateful rhetoric

Middle East Eye - US News - 4 days ago

Could primary school hours be changed under a new review by the Department of Education?

Current circular document, which dates back to 1995, details how many days each year schools must be open

Irish Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Green Energy PAC Takes Down Conservative Andy Ogles in Tennessee Primary

Green energy companies funded the PAC that defeated Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District primary. With nearly all precincts reporting, former state agriculture commissioner Charlie Hatcher defeated Ogles by a 53-47 percent margin. | Politics

Breitbart - Technology - 4 days ago

Michigan Senate victory boosts progressives as Democrats wrestle with party's direction

El-Sayed’s victory will put to the test in a swing state the broader strength of the progressive movement, which has found success in deep-blue places like New York City and Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 5 days ago

Who is Abdul El-Sayed? The Michigan doctor who wants to lead the left to the US Senate

El-Sayed has emerged as one of the Democratic Party's most prominent progressive figures.

SBS - Politics - 5 days ago

Blanche's attorney general nomination passes first test, now faces full Senate vote

Acting Atty. Gen. Todd Blanche has a cleared critical hurdle in his bid to be confirmed to the post after swaying Republican holdouts on a Senate committee to advance his nomination for a floor vote.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 6 days ago

Washington Senate majority leader sailing through in 2026 primary

OLYMPIA — A narrowed legislative landscape has emerged after Tuesday night’s election count, setting the scene for a November contest that could reshape the Democrats’ legislative majority and the par

The Columbian - Politics - 6 days ago

Abdul El-Sayed defeats Aipac-backed rival in Michigan Democratic Senate primary

Progressive advocate overcame more than $60m in spending to defeat Congresswoman Haley Stevens

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 6 days ago

After Senate primary loss, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi shifts focus to new PAC — and his political future

A source familiar with Krishnamoorthi's PAC launch said the Schaumburg Democrat will announce contributions to a slew of state and Chicago candidates, with plans to contribute $100,000 to candidates this month alone.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 8 days ago

Primary election ballots due Tuesday

Tuesday is Election Day in Clark County and across Washington. Ballots for the 2026 primary must be returned to the Clark County elections office no later than 8 p.m.

The Columbian - Politics - 8 days ago

MyPillow Guy Is Front-runner in Minnesota's GOP Gubernatorial Primary

Mike Lindell won’t win the general election against Amy Klobuchar, but he may sell some more pillows.

New York Magazine - Politics - 12 days ago

Fauci repeatedly invokes the 5th Amendment in a contentious Senate committee hearing

The scientist, who helped lead the nation’s COVID-19 response, was subpoenaed to testify under oath by Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky, who has long had an antagonistic relationship with Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 13 days ago

Texas AG Ken Paxton Won't Face Federal Corruption Charges as He Gains Momentum for Likely Senate Run

The federal criminal investigation was the most serious legal threat the once-embattled Republican faced. With the probe now over, Paxton is gearing up to likely challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 year ago

Senate averts government shutdown, overcomes Democratic opposition

Government would have shut down at midnight Eastern time if lawmakers had not passed spending resolution

Voice of America - Top Stories - 1 year ago