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Dallas County Republicans have decided not to proceed with a hand-count of ballots in the March 2026 primary, opting instead to work with the county elections department to use voting machines, citing concerns over staffing, security, and legal liabilities.
Four candidates—Russell Brooks, Garrett McGuire, Carla Bustillos, and Joy McManus—are competing in a firehouse primary to fill the vacant House District 17 seat in Fairfax County, Virginia, with voting scheduled for Sunday at three locations and online registration available until Saturday; the winner will face the Republican nominee in a January special election.
George Conway, a prominent Trump critic and co-founder of The Lincoln Project, has filed to run for New York's 12th congressional district seat, joining a crowded primary race after Nadler announced his retirement. Conway's candidacy adds to the diverse field of candidates, including notable figures like Jack Schlossberg and Cameron Kasky.
Rahm Emanuel is testing his populist appeal in Iowa through local events like fish fries, aiming to connect with voters and gauge his potential for a 2028 presidential run, amidst ongoing debates about Iowa's role in the primary calendar.
In Seattle's primary election, incumbent Mayor Harrell and other moderate officials trail their progressive challengers, indicating a potential shift in city politics. Harrell is optimistic about winning in November, while challengers like Wilson and Foster see the results as a mandate for change. The election reflects ongoing tensions between moderate and progressive visions for Seattle's future.
The 2025 Washington primary election results indicate a shift towards progressive candidates in Seattle and King County, with incumbents facing challenges from newcomers, property taxes likely increasing, and legislative races remaining competitive, all amid low voter turnout.
Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield and Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr. will compete in November to become Detroit's next mayor, following Sheffield's primary victory where she led with 51% of the vote. Sheffield aims to unify the city and focus on neighborhood investment, while Kinloch emphasizes service and community roots. The election marks a significant moment as Detroit prepares for its first new mayor in over a decade, with Sheffield potentially becoming the city's first female mayor.
Zohran Mamdani is poised to win the NYC Democratic mayoral primary based on initial ranked-choice voting results, leading over Andrew Cuomo with a significant margin, and the final outcome is expected to be confirmed after all ballots are processed and certified.
New York City is using ranked-choice voting in its mayoral primary, with results to be released soon after the votes are counted and redistributed through multiple rounds, potentially only two, to determine the winner among 11 candidates, including Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo.
Zohran Mamdani's innovative and grassroots-driven campaign successfully mobilized a large number of new and disaffected voters in New York City, significantly increasing primary turnout and changing the electoral landscape, setting him up as the likely Democratic nominee for mayor.
James Walkinshaw won the Democratic primary in Virginia's 11th Congressional District to succeed the late Rep. Gerry Connolly, leveraging Connolly's endorsement and emphasizing his legislative experience, with the general election expected to favor him in the deep-blue district.
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo will remain on the New York City mayoral ballot in November on the independent 'Fight and Deliver' line, despite conceding the Democratic primary to Zohran Mamdani. Cuomo qualified for the independent line to reach disillusioned voters and is now considering his campaign strategy based on primary results and upcoming ranked-choice voting data. Other candidates in the race include incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, Republican Curtis Sliwa, and independent Jim Walden.
Jumaane Williams won the Democratic primary for NYC public advocate by a large margin, securing his reelection for a second term, despite facing a strong challenge from Jenifer Rajkumar.
Despite a record-breaking heat wave, New Yorkers participated actively in the Democratic primary to select a new mayor, facing challenges like broken air conditioning at polling sites and voter fatigue from lengthy campaigns and scandals. Voters expressed concerns about city affordability, crime, and leadership, with some supporting newcomers like Zohran Mamdani, while others stuck with familiar figures like Scott Stringer. The election saw significant early voting and mail-in ballots, highlighting continued civic engagement despite the weather and political complexities.
The New York Democratic mayoral primary is highly competitive, with polls showing potential for an upset, especially between Cuomo and Mamdani, but results are uncertain due to polling discrepancies, the new ranked choice voting system, and possible post-primary runs by candidates. The final outcome may not be known until next week, and the crowded field means the race could continue beyond the primary.