Democratic nomination
Coverage of Democratic nomination in the Nexus archive.
- Lisa Kinney wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Wyoming’s at-large Congressional District
Lisa Kinney won the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Wyoming's at-large Congressional District.
- Ilhan Omar wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District
Ilhan Omar won the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District. The announcement regarding this victory was made from Washington.
- Ben Ambrose wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Michigan’s 2nd Congressional District
Ben Ambrose won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Michigan’s 2nd Congressional District. The victory was reported by the Associated Press.
- Mamdani says GOP is 'out of touch,' responds to Mike Johnson critique
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized the Republican Party as 'deeply out of touch' after Speaker Mike Johnson urged Americans to 'fight' against 'Mini Mamdanis' on social media. The exchange occurred shortly after Abdul El-Sayed secured Michigan's Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate.
- Trans woman wins Democratic nomination for Michigan state legislature
Joanna Whaley, a trans woman and former megachurch pastor who endured conversion practices, won a Democratic primary for Michigan's state legislature, defeating Frank Liberati and Gary Schlack in the second district. The district is a Democratic stronghold, and Whaley is set to become the first transgender member of the Michigan statehouse.
- Abdul El-Sayed wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Michigan, AP projects
Abdul El-Sayed has won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Michigan, according to AP projections. He will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in the general election after a competitive primary against Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow.
- Key takeaways from ‘horserace’ primary elections in Michigan, Missouri and Kansas
Abdul El-Sayed defeated Haley Stevens in a primary race to secure the Democratic nomination in Michigan. The election was a key focus of the primary contests in Michigan, Missouri, and Kansas.
- El-Sayed holds narrow lead in Michigan Senate primary but race too close to call
Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, holds a narrow lead over Congresswoman Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, though the race remains too close to call. The winner will face Republican nominee Mike Rogers in November to succeed retiring senator Gary Peters.
- Sean McCann wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Michigan’s 4th Congressional District
Sean McCann secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Michigan’s 4th Congressional District. The Associated Press reported the outcome from Washington.
- Josh Smead wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Missouri’s 6th Congressional District
Josh Smead has secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Missouri’s 6th Congressional District. The win was reported by the Associated Press.
- Jocelyn Benson wins Michigan Democratic governor primary, turns focus to November election
Jocelyn Benson won the Michigan Democratic primary for governor and emphasized focusing on the November general election, highlighting policies to lower costs, expand economic opportunity, and protect individual rights. She criticized Republican leaders and President Donald Trump for undermining election integrity and pledged to defend voting and abortion rights if elected.
- Michigan primary: Jocelyn Benson's acceptance speech [FULL]
Jocelyn Benson accepted the Democratic nomination for Michigan governor after defeating Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson in the primary. She was considered the frontrunner in the race.
- Lauren Reinhold wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Kansas’ 1st Congressional District
Lauren Reinhold has won the Democratic nomination for a U.S. House seat representing Kansas’ 1st Congressional District. The victory secures her position as the party's candidate in the upcoming election for that district.
- Rashida Tlaib wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Michigan’s 12th Congressional District
Rashida Tlaib has won the Democratic nomination for a U.S. House seat in Michigan’s 12th Congressional District.
- Shannon Taylor wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District
Shannon Taylor won the Democratic nomination for a U.S. House seat in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District. The victory secures her position as the party's candidate for the upcoming election.
- Shannon Taylor wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Virginia’s 1st District
Shannon Taylor secured the Democratic nomination for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District and will face Republican Rep. Rob Wittman in the general election. The district, which typically supports Republicans, was won by Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger in 2025, making it a key target for Democrats aiming to retake the House.
- Tom Perriello wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District
Tom Perriello wins the nomination for U.S. House in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. The article confirms his victory in securing the Democratic nomination.
- In the race for Senate in Michigan, multiple party fights are colliding for Democrats
Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed are competing for the Democratic nomination in Michigan's Senate race. Voters are debating the party's direction between establishment and insurgent approaches, progressive and moderate stances, and new media versus traditional methods.
- Brink, Maasdam trade barbs amid vote-splitting concerns in Michigan’s 7th District race
Bridget Brink and Matt Maasdam are competing in Michigan's 7th District race, with concerns that vote-splitting could benefit progressive challenger William Lawrence. Elissa Slotkin endorsed Maasdam, while others support Brink, leading to strategic concerns about the Democratic primary.
- Mandela Barnes drops out of high-stakes Wisconsin governor’s race
Mandela Barnes dropped out of the Wisconsin governor’s race, citing no viable path to the Democratic nomination as Francesca Hong leads. Barnes, a former lieutenant governor, made the announcement via social media less than two weeks before the election.
- Troy Jackson secures Democratic nomination for Maine Senate race
Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate race. He is described as a veteran state politician and logger.
- Logger-turned-lawmaker Troy Jackson claims Maine Senate nomination to replace Platner
Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine's U.S. Senate seat. This followed the collapse of Graham Platner's campaign.
- Troy Jackson secures Democratic nomination for Maine Senate seat after chaotic primary race
Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination for Maine Senate after a chaotic primary race. Graham Platner withdrew from the race over sexual assault allegations, leading to the nomination being reset.
- Troy Jackson secures Democratic nomination for Maine Senate seat after chaotic primary race
Troy Jackson secured the Maine Senate Democratic nomination after a chaotic primary race marked by scandal and withdrawals. Graham Platner dropped out over sexual assault allegations, leading to a frantic search for a replacement candidate.
- Jackson formally clinches Democratic nod to take on Collins in Maine Senate race
Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination to challenge Republican Susan Collins in the Maine Senate race. Jackson won the nomination with 566 votes at the Democratic convention in Bangor, defeating his only challenger, Saundra, a biopharmaceutical executive.
- Troy Jackson wins the Democratic nomination for US Senate in Maine
Troy Jackson has won the Democratic nomination for the US Senate in Maine. The Associated Press reported the victory from Bangor, Maine.
- Troy Jackson has effectively secured the Maine Senate Democratic nomination
Troy Jackson has effectively secured the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate race by winning majority delegate support, with two rivals falling behind and one, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, dropping out. The party will officially nominate a candidate at the statewide convention next weekend, following the withdrawal of Graham Platner after allegations against him.
- Candidate vying to replace Platner claims Israel ‘committing genocide in Gaza right now’
Shenna Bellows, a candidate for the US Senate in Maine, claims Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. The belief in this claim is becoming more common among Democratic party members.
- Haley Stevens gets nod from the retiring Gary Peters, the senator whom she seeks to replace
Gary Peters endorses Haley Stevens for his retiring U.S. Senate seat. Stevens faces Abdul El-Sayed in the August primary, with the winner challenging Mike Rogers in the November general election. Peters highlights Stevens' effectiveness and readiness to represent Michigan.
- Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows is officially running for Senate
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows announced her Senate campaign to replace Graham Platner. Bellows, who lost the Democratic gubernatorial primary, joins other contenders for the Democratic nomination and faces scrutiny over her 2014 Senate loss to Susan Collins.
- A pro-Israel doctor plans to challenge Melat Kiros as an independent. But first, he has to make the ballot
Dr. Shimon Blau, a pro-Israel independent candidate, is seeking to challenge Melat Kiros in Colorado’s 1st Congressional District by collecting 1,500 signatures before July 9. Kiros, who won the Democratic nomination, faces criticism for her anti-Israel rhetoric, which Blau and some supporters claim is anti-Semitic, though Kiros argues anti-Zionism does not equate to antisemitism.
- Who Might Replace Graham Platner if He Drops Out of the Maine Senate Race?
Graham Platner secured the Democratic nomination for Senate in June but may still be replaced on the ballot. The article raises the possibility of a replacement if he withdraws from the Maine Senate race.
- Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats 15-term incumbent in Colorado House primary
Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, unseated 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's first congressional district primary. The victory is part of a trend of left-wing candidates winning Democratic primaries.
- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser wins Democratic primary for governor
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet. The race focused on which candidate had challenged President Donald Trump more effectively. Weiser is favored to win in November in the blue state, with the Republican primary featuring Scott Bottoms, Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Victor Marx.
- Phil Weiser wins Democratic nomination for governor in Colorado
Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor in Colorado.
- Jessica Killin wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District
Jessica Killin has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. The news was reported by the Associated Press.
- Manny Rutinel wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District
Manny Rutinel has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.
- John Hickenlooper wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Colorado
John Hickenlooper won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Colorado. The announcement was reported by the Associated Press.
- Jamie Davis wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Louisiana
Jamie Davis has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Louisiana.
- Dan Schwartz wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Maryland’s 1st Congressional District
Dan Schwartz has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Maryland’s 1st Congressional District. The victory is reported by the Associated Press.