Alaska's August primary election experienced significant disruptions with late candidate withdrawals affecting races for governor and U.S. Senate, highlighting implementation challenges with the state's ranked choice voting system. The chaotic primary has put the future of the voting system up for decision by Alaskan voters.
Republican Michael Bouchard and Democrat Christina Hines secured their party nominations in Michigan's primary election to compete for the open 10th Congressional District seat previously held by Rep. John James. The November matchup is expected to be closely contested in the battleground district.
Democratic incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Republican state Sen. John Braun will face off in the general election for Washington's 3rd Congressional District, setting up one of the most competitive House races in the 2026 midterms.
A Wisconsin judge has ruled that voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the state primary election cannot obtain replacement ballots, a decision that could affect voting procedures in the upcoming election.
Nevada voters cast ballots on June 9, 2026, in primary elections featuring races for governor, attorney general, and several Clark County mayoral positions. Polls were open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. statewide.
Early voting has started across Georgia for the June 16 primary runoff election, which will determine the final candidates for governor and U.S. Senate in the fall general election after no candidates secured majorities in last month's primary.
Maine voters cast ballots in a primary election featuring a high-stakes US Senate race that has drawn national attention, with Democrats seeking to challenge an incumbent in a contest that could influence Senate control.
Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman has taken a narrow lead over reality TV personality Spencer Pratt in the race for second place in the mayoral primary, positioning herself to face incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the fall runoff election.
Political action committees have spent nearly $9 million in Maine's gubernatorial primary contests, with over half of that spending occurring in the past three weeks as both parties' nomination races remain uncertain ahead of the election.
California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota are holding primary elections on June 2, 2026, with particular attention on California's gubernatorial race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Los Angeles mayoral election featuring reality TV personality Spencer Pratt among candidates.
State Rep. James Talarico entered 2026 with approximately $1.5 million more in campaign funds than U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett as the two Democrats compete for their party's nomination for U.S. Senate in the March 3 primary.
State Representative James Talarico raised nearly $7 million in the most recent fundraising quarter for his U.S. Senate bid, bringing his total campaign haul to approximately $13 million. His primary opponent, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, reported record fundraising quarters but did not disclose specific amounts.
Texas state Representative James Talarico officially announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate on September 9, 2025, entering a competitive Democratic primary race that includes former U.S. Rep. Colin Allred. The Austin Democrat, known for his viral social media presence with 1.2 million followers, is positioning his campaign against billionaire influence.
Democratic U.S. Representative Colin Allred announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in Texas on July 1, 2025, launching his 2026 campaign. Allred, who currently represents Texas in the House, is making another bid for Senate after a previous campaign.
U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced his senior campaign team for his 2026 reelection bid, staffing it with prominent Republican strategists including a former Trump pollster. The move signals preparation for a potentially serious challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Texas Senator John Cornyn has kicked off his 2026 re-election campaign nearly a year before the primary, emphasizing his ties to President Trump as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton considers mounting a primary challenge.
