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Fox NewsSen. Chris Murphy Defends Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner
Sen. Chris Murphy said he continues to support Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner despite resurfaced Reddit posts. A University of New Hampshire poll shows Platner leading Republican Sen. Susan Collins 51% to 42%. Maine's Democratic primary is scheduled for June 9.
Military.comMarine Veteran Graham Platner Seeks Democratic Nomination for Maine Senate Seat
Graham Platner, a 41-year-old Marine Corps veteran and oyster farmer, is running for the U.S. Senate seat held by Republican Susan Collins since 1997. He has secured endorsements from several Democratic senators and leads in fundraising and polling within the Democratic primary.
NewsweekPoll Shows Shah Leading Maine Democratic Governor Primary
A recent survey found Nirav Shah ahead of Troy Jackson in the June 9 primary. Graham Platner, the likely Democratic Senate nominee, ranked Jackson first among the candidates.
Washington ExaminerFormer Atlanta Mayor Wins Democratic Nomination for Georgia Governor
Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary for Georgia governor outright on Tuesday. The victory positions her to face the Republican nominee in November.
salon.comMaine Senate Candidate Graham Platner Discusses Military Service and Political Views
Graham Platner, a former Marine and oyster farmer running as a Democrat for U.S. Senate in Maine, was profiled by the New York Times. The article covered his background, statements on military service, and past comments on political ideology.
alternet.orgTexas Senate Candidate Campaigns With State Representative in Houston
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico appeared with Texas State Rep. Gene Wu during a campaign event in Houston on Tuesday. The appearance comes as Talarico seeks support from Texas voters ahead of the general election.
Nbc NewsKeisha Lance Bottoms Wins Democratic Primary for Georgia Governor
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms secured the Democratic nomination for Georgia governor by winning more than 50 percent of the primary vote. She will face either Lt. Gov. Burt Jones or healthcare executive Rick Jackson in the November general election.
Nbc NewsDemocratic Candidate Amy McGrath Discusses Senate Primary Bid in Kentucky
Amy McGrath, a former Marine fighter pilot, appeared on Meet the Press NOW to discuss her Democratic primary campaign for the U.S. Senate seat held by Sen. Mitch McConnell. She stated that voters are 'fed up' and outlined her strategy to win the seat.
Los Angeles TimesLetter Urges Primary Support for Tom Steyer in California Governor Race
A reader letter published by the Los Angeles Times on May 19, 2026, argues that voters should back Tom Steyer in the Democratic primary for California governor to avoid a potential Republican victory in the general election.
Fox NewsDemocratic Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner Made Graphic Sexual Comments on Deleted Reddit Posts
Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner wrote explicit comments on Reddit about portable toilets and graffiti during military service. The posts, made under a now-deleted account, resurfaced as Platner campaigns for the U.S. Senate seat.
washingtonpost.comMichigan Democratic Senate Candidate Mallory McMorrow Calls GOP Rival Formidable Competitor
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow, a Democratic candidate in the Michigan Senate race, described her Republican opponent as a formidable competitor. McMorrow appeared on CBS News' "The Takeout" to discuss her campaign for the U.S. Senate seat. The Democratic primary is set to take plac…
Fox NewsDemocrat Sarah Trone Garriott Seeks Iowa House Seat as Old Podcast Comments on Race Draw GOP Criticism
Sarah Trone Garriott, 47, is running unopposed in the Democratic primary for Iowa’s 3rd congressional district and seeking to unseat incumbent Rep. Zach Nunn. resurfaced podcast remarks from nearly a decade ago in which she described feeling uncomfortable at the number of white p…
Washington ExaminerRetiring Michigan Senator Urged Democratic Primary Candidates to Keep Race Civil
Retiring Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) said he is concerned the three Democrats seeking to succeed him could turn negative as the Aug. 4 primary approaches. Peters, who is leaving the Senate after 12 years, told the Washington Examiner that he hopes the contest does not become too acri…
nypost.comKatie Porter Accuses Tom Steyer Campaign of Leaking 2021 Video of Her Berating Staffer
Former Rep. Katie Porter blamed a staffer for billionaire Tom Steyer in the leak of a 2021 video showing her yelling at an employee during a recorded call with then-Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. A briefing memo lists the current Steyer campaign spokesman as an expected part…
ABC NewsNebraska Holds Primary for Open U.S. House Seat in 2nd Congressional District
Voters in Nebraska head to the polls Tuesday to select a Democratic nominee for the state's 2nd Congressional District, a longtime Republican seat that has become a top target for the party this midterm cycle. The district, known as the 'blue dot' for splitting its electoral vote…
dailywire.comOcasio-Cortez Leads 2028 Democratic Primary Poll for First Time
A new AtlasIntel survey of the 2028 Democratic presidential primary field shows Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with 26 percent support, ahead of other potential candidates. The poll, conducted May 4-7 2025, is the first to place her in first position. AtlasIntel was rank…
nypost.comMayorkas Says He Is Agnostic on California Governor Race
Former Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas dodged questions about endorsing former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra for California governor during a Tuesday interview. Becerra, polling in third place, faced criticism from rivals over his record on migrant children and heal…
The IndependentMichigan Democratic Senate Primary Focuses on Dark Money and Israel Policy
Three candidates are competing in Michigan's Democratic primary for a U.S. Senate seat that could help determine control of the chamber. The race has centered on dark money spending linked to pro-Israel groups and corporate political action committees. Rep. Haley Stevens, state S…
BBC News**Liban Mohamed Wins Utah Democratic Convention With 51 Percent**
Liban Mohamed, 27, defeated former congressman Ben McAdams at the Utah Democratic convention with 51% of the vote last month. The progressive candidate now heads into a June primary in a newly redrawn congressional district centered on Salt Lake County. His rise highlights tensio…
rediff.comNetanyahu Says Israel Will End Dependence on U.S. Military Aid in Next Decade
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CBS News he wants to phase out the $3.8 billion in annual American financial support for Israel, starting immediately and completing over 10 years. In his first U.S. broadcast interview since the Iran conflict began, Netanyahu said t…
thegatewaypundit.comCalifornia Gubernatorial Candidate Defends Record On Migrant Children During Debate
A leading Democratic candidate for California governor, who previously served as secretary of health and human services, said reports that his department lost contact with more than 85,000 unaccompanied migrant children were lies. His opponent in the June 2 primary pressed him on…
FortuneMatt Mahan Proposes EV Tax to Offset California Gas Tax Suspension
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has raised the most money among non-self-funded candidates in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, drawing heavy support from Silicon Valley leaders opposed to a proposed billionaires tax. During a CNN debate Tuesday night, Mahan proposed a new tax on…
thecanary.coMallory McMorrow Addresses 2016 Social Media Post in CNN Interview
Democratic Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow stood by a 2016 social media post criticizing Middle America in a May 3, 2026, CNN interview. She addressed the post after deleting thousands of messages following a 2025 New York Post report. The defense comes amid her tight primar…
Nbc NewsMaine Gov. Janet Mills Ends Senate Campaign
Maine Gov. Janet Mills suspended her U.S. Senate campaign, citing insufficient funds to compete in the Democratic primary against Graham Platner. Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, now advances to challenge Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. The move highlights fundra…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMaine Dem Senate Candidate Graham Platner Advocates U.S.-China Climate Cooperation
Maine Democrat Graham Platner stated in a February livestream that the U.S. should pursue closer ties with China, emphasizing cooperation on issues like climate change over opposition. Platner, running to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, also criticized federal immigration officers and…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMaine Democratic Primary Polls Show Graham Platner Leading Janet Mills by 35 Points
Graham Platner, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer, holds a commanding lead over Gov. Janet Mills in Maine's Democratic Senate primary set for June 9. Polls show him ahead by 35 points, positioning him to face Sen. Susan Collins in the general election. His campaign emphasizes pr…