In House battlegrounds, GOP incumbents are currently outraising Democratic challengers, but Democrats highlight strong fundraising by their challengers and potential voter backlash against Trump. Several incumbents on both sides are being outfunded by primary challengers, indicating a competitive and dynamic primary season. Despite some disparities, many candidates still have significant funds to contest upcoming elections.
The Jewish Democratic Council of America (JDCA) has endorsed primary challengers to far-left lawmakers Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush, marking the first time the group has backed candidates challenging Democratic incumbents. The endorsements went to George Latimer, challenging Bowman, and Wesley Bell, challenging Bush, with JDCA emphasizing a range of priorities including abortion rights, defending democracy, safer communities, combating gun violence, healthcare, and support for Israel. The group chose not to support Democrat Bhavini Patel, who is running against Rep. Summer Lee, and plans to focus on "competitive" races in New York and Missouri. JDCA does not plan to offer financial support to primary candidates but intends to spend $1.5 million in the general election, also announcing endorsements in several Senate races.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who is prosecuting Donald Trump and his associates for alleged election interference in Georgia, faces new hurdles as two lawyers launch campaigns to challenge her for her position. Willis is also under scrutiny for her relationship with a lawyer she hired to work on the case, with accusations of conflict of interest and improper conduct. The outcome of these challenges could potentially impact the prosecution of Trump's case and the charges against him and his co-defendants.
Fulton County prosecutor Fani Willis faces primary challengers in the upcoming election, including a progressive Democrat and a Republican with ties to the Trump administration. The intense scrutiny on the election interference case against former President Trump has pushed the races for district attorney and judge into the spotlight. Willis, who obtained an indictment against Trump and others, faces criticism over her handling of the case and a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor. Meanwhile, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee, presiding over the election interference case, has drawn two challengers for his nonpartisan race in May.
Fulton County prosecutor Fani Willis faces primary challengers in the upcoming election, including a progressive Democrat and a Republican with ties to the Trump administration. The intense scrutiny on the election interference case against former President Trump has pushed the races into the spotlight. Willis, who obtained an indictment against Trump and others, has faced criticism over her handling of the case and a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor. Meanwhile, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee, who is presiding over the election interference case, has drawn two challengers for his nonpartisan race.
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and his ally are orchestrating a revenge campaign to recruit primary challengers against the "Gaetz Eight," Republicans who supported Matt Gaetz's push to oust McCarthy. McCarthy's intense appetite for payback, even after his ouster, reflects the ongoing power struggle within the House GOP. The campaign, with McCarthy's blessing, aims to make life miserable for his detractors and is a classic example of old-school political payback.
A spokesperson for Senator Tommy Tuberville has caused controversy within the Republican Party by suggesting primary challengers for senators who vote against Tuberville's blockade of military promotions. Tuberville's hold on over 300 high-level military nominations has frustrated his colleagues, leading to a four-and-a-half-hour floor fight on Wednesday. While Tuberville plans to continue his hold until the Pentagon changes its abortion policy, he distanced himself from his aide's remarks. Some Republican senators are calling for the aide to be punished, citing a violation of ethics rules. Despite the hold, the Senate confirmed the promotions of three top-level military officials on Thursday.
Senator Mitt Romney of Utah has announced that he will not be running for a second term, opening up a Senate seat in Utah. This has sparked a potential mad dash among primary challengers to fill the seat. Some potential candidates include state House Speaker Brad Wilson and Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs, who have already begun lining up against Romney. Other candidates are expected to enter the race as well. The Senate race will be a test for the Utah Republican Party, as activists in the state lean conservative and were critical of Romney.
Despite concerns about his age and middling approval ratings, President Biden has won the full support of his party as he prepares to formally announce his 2024 re-election campaign. No serious primary challenger has emerged, and would-be rivals have stayed on the sidelines. Democrats yearn for a fresh face in 2024, but there is no one else. The early entry of Donald Trump into the race has caused the party to rally behind Biden, and the advantages of holding the White House make any challenge more likely to bruise than best him.
