Key Primary Races to Watch in 2026

In races from California to Texas to Maine, high-profile candidates are vying for House, Senate, and gubernatorial nominations.

Wyoming Congresswoman Who Ousted Liz Cheney Launches Senate Bid

Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) is running for the Wyoming Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Cynthia Lummis, who is retiring at the end of her term.
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Trump Critic George Conway Enters Congressional Race

George Conway, a Trump critic and the ex-husband of former Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway, is running for Congress.

Spanberger, Sears Make Final Pitches to Virginians Ahead of Election

Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) and Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears have been making their cases for why they should be elected as the next Virginia governor.

VIRGINIA: School District Used Taxpayer Resources to Promote Dem Spanberger During Work Hours

FOIA emails show district leaders coordinated with campaign staff, redirected school resources, and urged teachers to attend a partisan rally with Democrats Hashmi and Jones on paid time.

Jeffries Endorses Mamdani for Mayor of New York

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries endorsed NY mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee, after months of mounting pressure.

Eric Adams Backs Andrew Cuomo in NYC Mayoral Race

NYC Mayor Eric Adams endorsed former Gov. Andrew Cuomo as his preferred successor, aiming to unite opposition against front-runner Zohran Mamdani.

Former Sen. John Sununu Enters New Hampshire Senate Race

Former U.S. Sen. John E. Sununu on Oct. 22 entered the 2026 U.S. Senate election in New Hampshire as a Republican candidate.