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Democrats Take Sixth Shot at Ousting Popular GOP Governor Who Voted for Harris
Vermont Democrats nominated economist Amanda Janoo after a competitive primary, but the incumbent Republican won 73% of the vote just two years ago.
Minnesota Holds Gubernatorial Primary to Succeed Walz as Polls Close
Sen. Amy Klobuchar leads Democratic field while President Trump backs MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell on Republican side.
Florida AG Defends Fauci Investigation as State Seeks 'Truth' in Pandemic Response
Attorney General James Uthmeier said the state is doing 'everything in our power to seek truth' about the former NIAID director's pandemic-era decisions.
GOP Faces Warning Signs in Florida and Texas Amid Shifting Political Landscape
Analysts point to demographic shifts, economic pressures, and suburban voter trends as potential challenges for Republicans in traditionally red states.
Wisconsin Governor Candidate Francesca Hong Appoints Former Actress with OnlyFans Account as Deputy Campaign Manager
Hong, backed by Democratic Socialists of America and leading in polls by 20 points, has made sex worker rights a centerpiece of her campaign platform.
Washington Bridge Crisis Threatens Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee's Reelection Bid
Primary challenger Helena Foulkes holds a 20-point lead over the incumbent, with infrastructure failures cited as the driving voter concern.
El-Sayed Wins Michigan Primary as 'Safe Quarter' Comment Draws Conservative Fire
The Democratic nominee owns properties in Dubai and India while criticizing Republican Mike Rogers over his Florida vacation home.
How Florida Defeated Faucism and Vindicated Federalism
The Sunshine State's approach to pandemic policy has become a flashpoint in debates over states' rights versus federal authority.
For the Second Time, Lawmakers Failed to Fix California's Warning System for Teacher Misconduct
A Democratic-sponsored bill that would have created a searchable database for teacher misconduct failed after opposition from unions and the state licensing agency.
Accused Serial Tesla Vandal Arrested After linked to 13 Incidents in Irvine, California
Police say they identified Max Sebastian Solomon, 25, by tracking a takeout order from one of the alleged crimes.