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A Democratic candidate, Gallant, challenges incumbent Republican Nick LaLota in Long Island's 1st Congressional District, aiming to flip the seat in the 2026 House elections amid a competitive political landscape, with Democrats targeting suburban districts for control.
J.D. Scholten, a Democratic state representative and former candidate, announced he will challenge Republican Senator Joni Ernst in Iowa's Senate race after Ernst's controversial remarks defending Medicaid cuts, which Scholten criticized as disrespectful to Iowans.
The feud between Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis intensifies as they clash over Haley's stance on admitting refugees from Gaza. Meanwhile, Rep. Dean Phillips is laying the groundwork for a potential Democratic primary challenge against President Joe Biden, although he has not made a final decision. Sen. Tim Scott calls on Biden to denounce "the Squad" for their remarks about Israel, criticizing the president for not holding progressive lawmakers accountable.
Former Democratic Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell has announced her candidacy to challenge Republican Sen. Rick Scott in the 2024 Senate race. Mucarsel-Powell, who previously served one term in Congress, is expected to be the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination. Scott, a former Florida governor, is viewed as the favorite in the race. Mucarsel-Powell has criticized Scott's policies, including his plan to end Social Security and Medicare Advantage coverage. Florida's Republican-leaning reputation and Scott's strong track record in statewide races pose challenges for Democrats in winning the seat.
Republican Rep. George Santos of New York has announced his bid for re-election despite ongoing investigations at the federal, state, and local levels and calls for him to resign. Santos has been accused of lying about his background, being the mastermind behind a credit card skimming scheme, stealing thousands of dollars raised for a veteran's service dog, and engaging in sexual misconduct. His campaign has just $25,000 in its account, and Nassau County legislator Josh Lafazan, a Democrat, has launched a campaign for Santos' seat.