Dem socialists ride wave of momentum after major wins
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Tom LoBianco, a veteran national politics reporter and editor of 24sight News, as Melat Kiros scored a massive win in Colorado. Kiros ran for Colorado's 1st Congressional District and was supported by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the Working Families Party (WFP) and the Justice Democrats.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Tom LoBianco, a veteran national politics reporter and editor of 24sight News, as Melat Kiros scored a massive win in Colorado. Kiros ran for Colorado's 1st Congressional District and was supported by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the Working Families Party (WFP) and the Justice Democrats.
Dem socialist Melat Kiros wins Colorado primary
We are now learning that Rep. Diana DeGette is projected to lose her reelection bid to former attorney and current PhD student Melat Kiros. This marks another recent occasion where a democratic socialist has won in a competitive House primary this cycle. The Associated Press called the race in favor of the 29-year-old democratic socialist Kiros, who is likely to reach Congress with the Colorado district covering the dark blue city of Denver.
We are now learning that Rep. Diana DeGette is projected to lose her reelection bid to former attorney and current PhD student Melat Kiros. This marks another recent occasion where a democratic socialist has won in a competitive House primary this cycle. The Associated Press called the race in favor of the 29-year-old democratic socialist Kiros, who is likely to reach Congress with the Colorado district covering the dark blue city of Denver.
SCOTUS strikes down limit on party campaign spending
We are learning more this week after the Supreme Court struck down a longstanding federal campaign spending limit. By a vote of 6-3, the justices ruled that political parties can now spend unlimited amounts in coordination with their federal candidates, as long as they otherwise comply with campaign finance laws. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Trey Trainor, a former member of the Federal Election Commission, to better understand the SCOTUS ruling.
We are learning more this week after the Supreme Court struck down a longstanding federal campaign spending limit. By a vote of 6-3, the justices ruled that political parties can now spend unlimited amounts in coordination with their federal candidates, as long as they otherwise comply with campaign finance laws. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Trey Trainor, a former member of the Federal Election Commission, to better understand the SCOTUS ruling.
Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejects Trump-led challenge
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting a Trump-led challenge.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting a Trump-led challenge.
Postal Service won't send mail ballots to states that don't release voter lists: report
The U.S. postmaster general said mail-in ballots may not be delivered to states that refuse to release detailed voters lists to the Trump administration.
The U.S. postmaster general said mail-in ballots may not be delivered to states that refuse to release detailed voters lists to the Trump administration.
Judge bans Trump from enforcing proof of citizenship requirement to vote
A federal judge has blocked a key provision of President Donald Trump’s first election executive order, striking down a requirement that would have called for individuals to provide documented proof of citizenship to register to vote.
A federal judge has blocked a key provision of President Donald Trump’s first election executive order, striking down a requirement that would have called for individuals to provide documented proof of citizenship to register to vote.
Ben McAdams wins Dem primary for Utah’s 1st District
We are learning more after The Associated Press called Utah’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary for former Rep. Ben McAdams on Tuesday. This comes after Utah adopted a new map that keeps most of heavily Democratic Salt Lake County within a single district. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Emily Anderson Stern from the Salt Lake Tribune as we begin to understand the impact that redistricting has had on Utah politics.
We are learning more after The Associated Press called Utah’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary for former Rep. Ben McAdams on Tuesday. This comes after Utah adopted a new map that keeps most of heavily Democratic Salt Lake County within a single district. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Emily Anderson Stern from the Salt Lake Tribune as we begin to understand the impact that redistricting has had on Utah politics.
Alan Wilson wins SC Republican governor runoff
We are now learning that South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has won the runoff election on Tuesday after quickly beating the candidate initially endorsed by President Donald Trump to capture the GOP nomination for governor in the state. Wilson defeated Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette after Trump said in recent days that he supported both candidates. The race is now set to see who will succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster. Wilson spoke to his supporters in the moments after the primary election in South Carolina was called in his favor.
We are now learning that South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has won the runoff election on Tuesday after quickly beating the candidate initially endorsed by President Donald Trump to capture the GOP nomination for governor in the state. Wilson defeated Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette after Trump said in recent days that he supported both candidates. The race is now set to see who will succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster. Wilson spoke to his supporters in the moments after the primary election in South Carolina was called in his favor.
Report: White House delaying release of voting machine security study
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
Jackson wins GOP nomination in GA governor’s race
We are watching tonight as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost his bid for the state’s Republican gubernatorial nomination. Jones was defeated by billionaire businessman Rick Jackson in the GOP runoff election for governor. Both candidates are working to succeed current term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson is now set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration, in this November's general election.
We are watching tonight as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost his bid for the state’s Republican gubernatorial nomination. Jones was defeated by billionaire businessman Rick Jackson in the GOP runoff election for governor. Both candidates are working to succeed current term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson is now set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration, in this November's general election.
Trump-backed Collins wins GOP Senate nomination in GA
We are now learning that Trump-backed Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a competitive battle for the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia. Collins on Tuesday defeated former college football coach Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff election, the Associated Press reports, and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November's election. "It's an honor to have that endorsement," Collins said hours after landing an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
We are now learning that Trump-backed Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a competitive battle for the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia. Collins on Tuesday defeated former college football coach Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff election, the Associated Press reports, and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November's election. "It's an honor to have that endorsement," Collins said hours after landing an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
Sen. Mitch McConnell taken to the hospital
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
High-profile primaries ahead of the 2026 midterms
We are learning more this Wednesday after major elections in Tuesday's high-profile primaries in Maine and South Carolina. Platner will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key race before the midterm elections. We are also learning the latest from solidly red South Carolina, where Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary for Senate and will avoid a runoff against a primary challenger. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is learning more about this week’s results and what to look forward to before the midterm elections with political analyst, Brian Sobel.
We are learning more this Wednesday after major elections in Tuesday's high-profile primaries in Maine and South Carolina. Platner will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key race before the midterm elections. We are also learning the latest from solidly red South Carolina, where Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary for Senate and will avoid a runoff against a primary challenger. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is learning more about this week’s results and what to look forward to before the midterm elections with political analyst, Brian Sobel.
Primary results from Maine, South Carolina, Nevada
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Nathan Gonzales, the editor & publisher of Inside Elections, as Graham Platner on Tuesday captured the Democratic Party's Senate nomination for the state of Maine. Platner, a military combat veteran and oyster farmer, defeated two longshot rivals in Maine's Democratic Senate primary, the Associated Press reports. We are also getting the latest updates from key primary races in states like Nevada and South Carolina.
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Nathan Gonzales, the editor & publisher of Inside Elections, as Graham Platner on Tuesday captured the Democratic Party's Senate nomination for the state of Maine. Platner, a military combat veteran and oyster farmer, defeated two longshot rivals in Maine's Democratic Senate primary, the Associated Press reports. We are also getting the latest updates from key primary races in states like Nevada and South Carolina.
LA mayor's race: Incumbent Karen Bass to face Nithya Raman in runoff, AP projects
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman have advanced from the primary election to face off in the November general election.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman have advanced from the primary election to face off in the November general election.
Murder charge dropped for Arkansas sheriff nominee
We are now learning that a candidate who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Andrew Demillo the Editor-In-Chief of the Arkansas Advocate as court documents show Spencer admitted to shooting and killing Michael Fosler, who was charged with sexually abusing his daughter.
We are now learning that a candidate who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Andrew Demillo the Editor-In-Chief of the Arkansas Advocate as court documents show Spencer admitted to shooting and killing Michael Fosler, who was charged with sexually abusing his daughter.
Hilton, Becerra lead in CA primary to replace Newsom
We are continuing to watch as election officials are tallying ballots in high-stakes California primary races, with the top-two candidates in each contest advancing to the November general election. The current results show that Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead the governor's race, while incumbent Karen Bass and reality TV star Spencer Pratt lead the LA mayoral race. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with political consultant Rob Stutzman as official results may take days or weeks to become finalized.
We are continuing to watch as election officials are tallying ballots in high-stakes California primary races, with the top-two candidates in each contest advancing to the November general election. The current results show that Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead the governor's race, while incumbent Karen Bass and reality TV star Spencer Pratt lead the LA mayoral race. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with political consultant Rob Stutzman as official results may take days or weeks to become finalized.
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map that favors Republicans
The U.S. Supreme Court intervened on Tuesday to allow Alabama to use a map that was drawn in 2023 and is expected to favor Republican candidates in this fall’s election.
The U.S. Supreme Court intervened on Tuesday to allow Alabama to use a map that was drawn in 2023 and is expected to favor Republican candidates in this fall’s election.
NJ Dems set up challenge against Rep. Tom Kean Jr.
We are learning more as a number of critical primary races are taking place across the county. This includes in New Jersey, where Teresa Priolo with our partners at FOX 5 New York are learning more about the primary in District 7. The AP projects Rebecca Bennett as the winner of the New Jersey Democratic primary. She will face Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in November, who ran unopposed. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is also speaking with Brent Johnson who covers politics for NJ.com as more results begin to pour in from the Garden State.
We are learning more as a number of critical primary races are taking place across the county. This includes in New Jersey, where Teresa Priolo with our partners at FOX 5 New York are learning more about the primary in District 7. The AP projects Rebecca Bennett as the winner of the New Jersey Democratic primary. She will face Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in November, who ran unopposed. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is also speaking with Brent Johnson who covers politics for NJ.com as more results begin to pour in from the Garden State.
Suspense in CA governor’s race ahead of Tuesday
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with longtime campaign consultant Rob Stutzman as it appears to be a tight race in California between Democratic front-runner Xavier Becerra and Republican Steven Hilton. Both are looking to succeed current Governor Gavin Newsom. Gov. Newsom is reportedly keeping a close eye on the election process. Just days ahead of the primary, Newsom signed a bill aimed at increasing accountability around the unlawful seizures of ballots.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with longtime campaign consultant Rob Stutzman as it appears to be a tight race in California between Democratic front-runner Xavier Becerra and Republican Steven Hilton. Both are looking to succeed current Governor Gavin Newsom. Gov. Newsom is reportedly keeping a close eye on the election process. Just days ahead of the primary, Newsom signed a bill aimed at increasing accountability around the unlawful seizures of ballots.