Former Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown is attempting a political comeback in Ohio's 2026 Senate race against Republican incumbent Jon Husted, who won the seat after defeating Brown in 2024. The race has drawn significant attention as Democrats navigate messaging on transgender issues while Trump-linked PACs flood the state with ads.
Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas and Republican former Sen. John Sununu won their respective primaries on September 8, 2026, setting up a competitive November race for the open Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen. The battleground contest is seen as crucial to Democrats' hopes of maintaining or reclaiming Senate control.
Reproductive Freedom for All has initiated a $250,000 mail campaign against Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), targeting her vote to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who was part of the majority that overturned Roe v. Wade. The campaign represents an escalation by abortion rights groups ahead of the 2026 race.
The Department of Justice has issued grand jury subpoenas investigating whether Dan J. Sullivan, a former teacher, entered Alaska's Senate race to confuse voters with Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan. Federal investigators are examining potential voter confusion tactics in the Republican primary.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley won the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary by less than a percentage point against democratic socialist Francesca Hong. The results were delayed due to a 'human error' when five of nine USB flash drives failed to download election results in Milwaukee.
Tennessee voters cast ballots in the state's 2026 primary elections on Thursday, August 6, with Jerri Green winning the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. The Republican gubernatorial primary featured Marsha Blackburn and John Rose competing to succeed term-limited Governor Bill Lee.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson won the Democratic primary and U.S. Rep. John James won the Republican primary for governor on August 4, 2026, setting up a November general election matchup. James seeks to become Michigan's first Black governor.
The Democratic U.S. Senate primary in Minnesota has become a heated contest between U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, representing a broader moderate-progressive divide playing out in pivotal Midwestern states.
South Carolina voters cast ballots in primary elections to determine candidates for the November 2026 general election, including a crowded Republican gubernatorial primary to replace term-limited Governor Henry McMaster and U.S. House races.
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.
California's gubernatorial primary is too close to call, with Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton leading in what is being described as the most uncertain governor's race in years. The state's top-two primary system will advance the two highest vote-getters regardless of party.
Republican candidate Jonathan Bush and other gubernatorial candidates are making their final appeals to voters with one week remaining until Maine's Election Day. Bush toured Volk Packaging in Biddeford as part of his closing campaign push.
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.
New campaign finance data reveals which candidates have spent the most money in Maine's gubernatorial race, with Democratic candidates Hannah Pingree and Troy Jackson among those competing for their party's nomination.
Democratic candidate Graham Platner has raised and spent more money than incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine's U.S. Senate race. Platner's heavy spending reflects both his contentious Democratic primary battle with Governor Janet Mills, who exited the race on April 30, and his anticipated November general election matchup with Collins.
Penny Brown Reynolds and Dana Barrett will face each other in a runoff election for the Democratic nomination for Georgia Secretary of State. The race comes as incumbent Republican Brad Raffensperger launched an unsuccessful bid for the GOP nomination.
Georgia's 2026 gubernatorial primary resulted in a Republican runoff after no candidate won 50% of the vote, while former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms led the Democratic primary with 55.1% over Michael Thurmond's 10.4%.
Campaign finance reports show Chellie Pingree and an unnamed Bush leading their respective party fundraising efforts in Maine's gubernatorial race, with primaries scheduled for June 9, 2026. The money race features a competitive Democratic contest and well-funded Republican 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.
Two-term Houston-area Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate on Monday, joining an already contentious primary race between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. The Army veteran and MAGA-aligned rising star is defying Senate GOP leadership by entering the race.
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.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn raised $1 million more than challenger Attorney General Ken Paxton in the first quarter of their 2026 Republican primary battle, while significant fundraising also shapes the state's first open GOP primaries for attorney general and comptroller in a decade.
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.
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire announced Wednesday that she will not run for reelection next year, ending her historic political career and opening up a competitive Senate race that represents a significant challenge for Democrats.
