Decision Desk HQ
Coverage of Decision Desk HQ in the Nexus archive.
- Hickenlooper wins Democratic primary, Baisley wins GOP nod
Sen. John Hickenlooper won the Democratic primary in Colorado, as projected by Decision Desk HQ, defeating progressive challenger Julie Gonzales, a labor organizer and state senator.
- DeGette loses reelection bid to DSA challenger in major upset for Denver-based House seat
Rep. Diana DeGette is projected to lose her reelection bid to Melat Kiros, a former attorney and PhD student. This marks the third upset for democratic socialists in competitive House primaries this cycle, according to Decision Desk HQ.
- Weiser defeats Bennet for Democratic nod in Colorado governor’s race
Phil Weiser is projected to defeat Michael Bennet for the Democratic nomination in Colorado's governor's race, according to Decision Desk HQ. Bennet was initially considered the favorite in the race.
- Rutinel defeats Bird in Democratic primary for battleground Colorado House seat
State Rep. Manny Rutinel (D) is projected to defeat former state Rep. Shannon Bird (D) in the Democratic primary for Colorado's 8th Congressional District. The winner will face Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colo.), a vulnerable incumbent.
- Letlow wins GOP nod in Louisiana Senate race
Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.), supported by President Trump’s endorsement, is projected to win the GOP runoff against Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming for the Senate seat. The runoff followed the May 16 primary involving Sen. Bill Cassidy and businessman Mark Spencer, as no candidate secured a majority.
- Maryland House Democrat fends off predecessor’s comeback bid in primary
Rep. April McClain Delaney is projected to win against former Rep. David Trone in a primary for a House seat in northwestern Maryland, according to Decision Desk HQ. The race involves two Democrats competing for a blue-leaning district.
- Former staffer set to succeed Nadler after House primary win
New York State Assemblymember Micah Lasher is projected to win the Democratic primary for the Manhattan-based House seat held by his former boss, Rep. Jerry Nadler, according to Decision Desk HQ. Lasher previously served as an aide to Nadler and held top positions under Gov. Kathy Hochul.
- Espaillat ousted in New York House primary by Mamdani-backed candidate
Darializa Avila Chevalier has defeated Adriano Espaillat in the Democratic primary for New York's 13th Congressional District, marking a win for the city's socialist movement. The race tested the influence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who supported Chevalier.
- Lawler to face combat veteran in key toss-up House race in New York
Cait Conley, a combat veteran, is projected to advance from the Democratic primary to challenge Rep. Mike Lawler in a key House race in New York. The contest will determine the sole toss-up seat in the state, according to nonpartisan analysis.
- Former Hoyer campaign manager wins primary for his House seat in Maryland
Adrian Boafo (D) is projected to win the Democratic primary for Steny Hoyer’s (D) House seat in Maryland. Hoyer announced his retirement in January after 45 years in Congress and endorsed Boafo.
- Navy admiral removed by Hegseth faces off against Charleston councilwoman for Mace seat
Nancy Lacore, a three-star admiral fired by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Jenny Honeycutt are projected to win their primary runoffs and face off in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District. Lacore defeated Mac Deford, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran and former general counsel.
- Torres easily avoids progressive upset in New York House primary
Rep. Ritchie Torres is projected to win his primary in New York’s 15th Congressional District, defeating Michael Blake and securing his reelection. The victory comes after facing a challenge from the left.
- Pingree, Charles set to clash to succeed Mills as Maine governor
Hannah Pingree and Bobby Charles are projected to face off in November for Maine governor. Five Democrats and eight Republicans competed for their party nominations. The race aims to succeed retiring Gov. Janet Mills.
- White on track to succeed Holmes Norton as DC delegate
Democrat Robert White is projected to win the primary for Washington, D.C.'s nonvoting delegate to Congress. The race follows Eleanor Holmes Norton's retirement after 18 terms. Delegates may participate in debates but cannot vote.
- Pastors for Trump founder advances to runoff in Oklahoma primary for Hern’s seat
Jackson Lahmeyer, founder of Pastors for Trump, and Oklahoma state Rep. Mark Tedford are projected to advance to a runoff in the GOP primary for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District. Neither candidate cleared the 50-percent threshold required to win outright, with ten GOP candidates competing in the election.
- Trump notches primary win with Moore victory in Alabama Republican Senate runoff
Rep. Barry Moore is projected to win the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama, marking a victory for President Trump. Moore, Trump's pick to replace Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who won his own primary to lead Alabama as governor last month.
- Jones loses Georgia GOP governor’s runoff to Jackson in major blow to Trump
Burt Jones lost the Georgia GOP governor's runoff to Rick Jackson, a healthcare executive and billionaire. The loss is a major blow to President Trump, adding another statewide loss to his primary scorecard.
- Trump notches win in Nevada GOP House primary for Amodei’s seat
President Trump's endorsed candidate, David Flippo, is projected to win Nevada's GOP primary for the 2nd Congressional District seat, which was previously held by Mark Amodei. The primary determines the Republican nominee for the state's only Republican congressional seat.
- Smith, Honeycutt advance to runoff in crowded GOP primary for Mace’s House seat
Republicans Mark Smith and Jenny Honeycutt are projected to advance to a GOP nomination runoff for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District. Both candidates emerged from a crowded field, while the Democratic primary is also set for a June 23 runoff involving Nancy Lacore.
- Steyer endorses Becerra after losing California gubernatorial primary
Tom Steyer endorsed Democrat Xavier Becerra after conceding the California gubernatorial primary. Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton secured the top two spots, advancing to the general election.
- Valadao to show down against progressive in California House battleground
Progressive Randy Villegas is projected to advance in the 22nd Congressional District race against incumbent Rep. David Valadao, according to Decision Desk HQ. Villegas, an educator and activist, defeated California State Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains after neither Democrat reached the 60-percent threshold for the California Democratic nomination.
- Platner-Collins matchup set in high-profile Maine Senate race
Graham Platner, a progressive oyster farmer and political newcomer with a controversial campaign, will face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine's Senate race. Collins, seeking a sixth term, was unchallenged, while Platner advanced from the Democratic primary despite controversies.
- Kiley, a Republican-turned-independent, set to fight for political life in California House race
Rep. Kevin Kiley, a former Republican now independent, is projected to face Democrat Richard Pan in a November showdown for California's House race. Kiley had 24.53 percent of the vote, while Pan had 23.21 percent, according to Decision Desk HQ.
- Navy admiral fired by Hegseth advances to runoff in Democratic primary for Mace seat
Nancy Lacore, a Navy admiral fired by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is projected to advance to a runoff against Mac Deford in the Democratic primary for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District. Both candidates defeated other Democrats in the district.
- Evette, Wilson head to runoff in heated South Carolina GOP governor’s race
The GOP primary race for governor of South Carolina is projected to head to a runoff between Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and state Attorney General Alan Wilson, according to Decision Desk HQ. Evette and Wilson were the top two vote-getters, but neither secured a majority of support.
- Graham faces pediatrician Annie Andrews in South Carolina Senate race
Sen. Lindsey Graham is projected to face pediatrician Annie Andrews in the South Carolina Senate race in November. Both candidates won their primaries outright, avoiding a June 23 primary runoff.
- Live results: North Dakota holds House primary election
Rep. Julie Fedorchak (R) is expected to advance in North Dakota's House primary election. Democrat Trygve Hammer, a teacher, faces no challengers and is the presumptive nominee. Polls close at 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. EDT.
- Live results: South Carolina House primary elections underway
Voters in South Carolina are casting ballots in House primary elections with two open seats. Reps. Nancy Mace of the 1st Congressional District and Ralph Norman of the 5th Congressional District are running for governor, leaving their seats vacant. Polls close at 7 p.m. EDT, with Decision Desk HQ providing live updates.
- Who is Nithya Raman, Los Angeles mayoral candidate who knocked out Spencer Pratt
Los Angeles Councilmember Nithya Raman is set to compete against Mayor Karen Bass in the city's mayoral race, which features intraparty tension related to the Democratic Party's future. According to Decision Desk HQ, Bass has 34.32 percent support.
- Becerra, Trump-backed Hilton set to duke it out in California governor’s race
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton are projected to advance to California's governor general election. Hilton received Republican support through President Trump's endorsement, while the Democratic field remained divided.
- How DDHQ projected Raman over Pratt in Los Angeles mayoral race
Los Angeles Democrats delayed voting in the June 2 primary election, affecting the mayoral race results reported by Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). DDHQ projected City Council member Raman over Pratt in the mayoral race based on the delayed ballots.
- Pratt: Hundreds of thousands of votes still outstanding in LA mayor election
Spencer Pratt claims hundreds of thousands of votes remain outstanding in the Los Angeles mayoral primary. Decision Desk HQ projected Nithya Raman and Karen Bass as candidates for the November general election, with a narrow margin reported.
- Los Angeles mayoral race narrows to Bass, Raman with Pratt loss
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) and Democrat Nithya Raman are projected to face off in November for the city's leadership, with Bass at 34.68% and Raman at 27.12% of votes according to Decision Desk HQ.
- Raman within 2 points of Pratt in LA mayoral vote count
Raman is within 2 points of Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral vote count, according to Decision Desk HQ. Raman is in third place behind Pratt and Karen Bass in the race for the city's top job.
- Becerra advances in California governor’s race
Xavier Becerra (D) has advanced to the general election for California governor. Steve Hilton (R) and Tom Steyer (D) are competing for the second spot in the November election.
- Becerra advances in California governor’s race
Xavier Becerra advanced to the November general election for California governor. Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer are competing for the second spot in the election.
- Trump congratulates Hilton on yet-to-be called California governor’s race
President Trump congratulated Republican Steve Hilton for leading in the California gubernatorial primary on his Truth Social platform. Decision Desk HQ has not yet officially called the race, and the article notes Trump's message to Californians is incomplete.
- Irwin on track to succeed Brownley in California
Jacqui Irwin (D) is on track to succeed Julia Brownley (D) in California's 26th Congressional District. Irwin has secured one of the top two spots to advance to November's election.
- Chan, Wiener face off for Pelosi House seat in San Francisco
California state Sen. Scott Wiener (D) and San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan (D) advanced in Tuesday’s primary and will compete for the retiring House seat representing San Francisco in November, according to Decision Desk HQ. They defeated nine other candidates.
- Calvert, Kim set to clash in member-on-member House matchup
Republican Reps. Young Kim and Ken Calvert are set to compete for California’s 40th Congressional District in November. As of Wednesday, Calvert leads with 36.2 percent of the vote in a five-way race, while Kim has 21.7 percent.