Primary runoff

A Trump-endorsed Republican won a primary runoff, advancing toward replacing a senator who voted to convict a president during the 2021 impeachment trial. The victory marks a key step in the political process.

Louisiana Republicans will hold a primary runoff Saturday to choose a U.S. Senate nominee after neither candidate secured a majority in May. President Trump endorsed Republican candidate Julia Letlow, who led the primary with 45% of the vote but failed to avoid a runoff against John Fleming, who received 28%. The Senate seat is now open following Bill Cassidy's defeat in the primary.

Republican John Cowan is projected to win the GOP primary runoff against Rob Adkerson for the House seat left vacant by retiring Rep. Barry Loudermilk. Cowan previously ran for a neighboring House district against Marjorie Taylor Greene in 2020.

Texas Democrat Maureen Galindo's antisemitic comments have sparked significant backlash as the primary runoff determines the party's candidate for the San Antonio congressional district. The controversy has drawn attention to her rhetoric ahead of the election.

The Georgia Senate election features five Republican candidates competing to challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, with Mike Collins leading but likely facing a runoff. Undecided voters remain a significant factor, and Democrats hope a GOP primary battle will weaken the eventual nominee.

Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democratic U.S. Representative, endorsed Colin Allred in his primary runoff against Julie Johnson for the 33rd Congressional District. Crockett highlighted Allred's record on issues like abolishing ICE and securing federal investments for North Texas. Allred reciprocated support, praising her advocacy and resilience.