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The Colorado Republican primary for governor has experienced significant changes as State Sen. Mark Baisley switches his focus to a U.S. Senate run, and former U.S. Rep. Greg Lopez leaves the GOP to run as an unaffiliated candidate, amidst a crowded field for the state's gubernatorial race.
Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie used a personal attack by Donald Trump, who called him a 'lowlife,' to rally campaign donations for his 2026 re-election bid, amid broader Republican challenges and declining Trump approval ratings.
Rep. Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection to Congress, citing family reasons and a strategic decision amid a challenging Republican primary against Bruce Blakeman. She has been a prominent Trump ally and a rising star in the House, but recent internal conflicts and political shifts influenced her decision to step back from the race.
Rep. Dan Newhouse, one of the last House Republicans to vote for Trump's impeachment, announced he will not seek re-election in 2024, citing gratitude for his service and looking forward to new ways to serve. His decision comes as the district remains solidly Republican, with a primary race involving Trump-backed candidates and others criticizing his impeachment vote.
Elise Stefanik is expected to announce her bid for New York governor, positioning herself as a Republican candidate with strong support from party leaders and the Conservative Party, while facing Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul and primary challenges from other Democrats and Republicans amid a shifting political landscape in New York.
John Sununu, a former U.S. Senator from New Hampshire, announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination to challenge Democrat Jeanne Shaheen in the upcoming 2024 Senate race, aiming to regain a seat for the GOP and potentially influence the balance of power in the Senate.
John Sununu has officially announced his candidacy for the US Senate in New Hampshire, aiming to focus on economic issues and competitiveness, setting up a high-profile Republican primary against Scott Brown, with potential national attention and Trump endorsement implications.
A new poll shows incumbent Senator John Cornyn leading in the Texas GOP Senate primary despite Wesley Hunt's entry, which has affected support for other candidates, and highlights the competitive nature of the race ahead of the primary election.
Matt Van Epps, endorsed by Donald Trump, won the GOP primary for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District and will face Democrat Aftyn Behn in the December special election, with Van Epps emphasizing security and infrastructure in his platform.
Matt Van Epps, a Trump-endorsed Republican, won the primary for Tennessee's Seventh Congressional District, which is likely to favor him in the upcoming December special election, while Democrat Aftyn Behn secured her party's nomination. The district, previously held by Mark Green, is heavily Republican, and the race attracted a diverse field of candidates amid low voter turnout. The election marks Tennessee's first special congressional race in nearly four decades.
Rep. Wesley Hunt announced his run for the U.S. Senate in Texas, challenging established candidates in a contentious Republican primary, with support from Trump allies and a focus on appealing to MAGA voters, amidst a backdrop of expensive campaigns and political rivalry.
Republican Rep. Wesley Hunt is challenging incumbent Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton in Texas's 2026 Senate race, positioning himself as an alternative amid intra-party conflicts and significant campaign spending, with Hunt emphasizing his alignment with Trump and support from voters seeking a different candidate.
The upcoming special House election in Tennessee's deep-red district is heavily influenced by Donald Trump's endorsement, with the primary race mainly focusing on pro-Trump candidates, and the general election expected to be competitive due to lower voter turnout.
A special election in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District has attracted a large and competitive field from both parties, with Republicans largely supporting Trump-aligned candidates and Democrats focusing on issues like healthcare and reproductive rights, serving as a test of Trump’s influence and district political dynamics.
Brad Raffensperger, Georgia's Secretary of State known for refusing to overturn the 2020 election results despite pressure from Donald Trump, announced his run for governor in 2026. He faces a Republican primary with other candidates and has pledged a conservative platform, despite being scorned by Trump and his allies. Raffensperger's campaign will test the GOP electorate's tolerance for a candidate who defied Trump, and he aims to focus on issues like tax cuts, law and order, and conservative social policies.