Senate primary
Coverage of Senate primary in the Nexus archive.
- What to Watch in Tuesday’s Primary Elections in Alaska, Florida and Beyond
Senator Dan S. Sullivan and former Representative Mary Peltola are expected to advance in Alaska’s Senate primary election. Their differing vote shares will be closely monitored because they reflect who has an advantage going into the general election.
- A twist in the race for Lindsey Graham’s seat: No clear Trump-aligned candidate
In the race for Lindsey Graham’s seat, there is no clear Trump-aligned candidate. While the president backs Graham’s sister, every contender in South Carolina’s Senate primary has found themselves out of step with him, leading to the likelihood of a runoff.
- Obama and Abdul El-Sayed Spoke to Discuss Unity After Michigan Senate Primary
Obama and Abdul El-Sayed spoke to discuss unity after the Michigan Senate Primary. Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s call with the former president is happening as he seeks to win over wary Democrats concerning Michigan's high-stakes Senate race.
- Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan's Senate Primary, moves on to face Mike Rogers
Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's Senate Primary and will face Mike Rogers in the general election. El-Sayed's victory speech referenced challenging a political machine, while Rogers criticized him as an extremist, highlighting concerns about Michigan's economy and education system.
- Senate primary winner Abdul El-Sayed talks upset over Haley Stevens: 'We shook up the world'
Abdul El-Sayed won a Senate primary against Haley Stevens, a four-time US Representative, and emphasized unity among Democrats following the campaign. El-Sayed described the race as grueling but expressed optimism about the outcome.
- Michigan Democratic race to close to call with El-Sayed in narrow lead | First Thing
The Democratic Senate primary in Michigan remains too close to call with Abdul El-Sayed leading Haley Stevens. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez secured a spot in Washington state's all-party primary, while Missouri's election official rejected a redistricting referendum petition.
- High-stakes Michigan Democratic Senate primary too close to call
The Michigan Democratic Senate primary remains too close to call, with centrist congresswoman Haley Stevens and progressive challenger Abdul El-Sayed separated by fewer than 20,000 votes.
- Michigan Democratic Senate primary too close to call
The Michigan Senate primary is too close to call, with the Senate having a long to-do list before leaving town and a mysterious source of cheap gas being discussed.
- El-Sayed and Stevens in tight Michigan Democratic Senate primary contest
Abdul El-Sayed maintains a narrow lead over Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary as votes remain uncounted. The contest remains unresolved with ongoing vote tabulation.
- Anti-Israel Democratic candidate El-Sayed nearing victory in Michigan Senate primary
Anti-Israel candidate El-Sayed holds a narrow lead in Michigan's Senate primary against pro-Israel rival Stevens. Some outlets have called the race, while establishment Democrats secured House seat nominations in Michigan, Missouri, and Virginia.
- How progressive are Florida Democrats? Alex Vindman, Angie Nixon Senate race offers a test
Florida's August 18 Senate primary pits progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon against moderate first-time candidate Alex Vindman, a retired Army lieutenant colonel. Nixon faces past criticism for a disruptive protest, while Vindman avoids debate and disputes the influence of progressive movements in Florida. Republican Sen. Ashley Moody campaigns against left-leaning Democrats, labeling them as 'anarchist psychos,' but faces multiple intra-party challengers.
- 2026 Midterms State of Play: Key races unfold as Stevens, El-Sayed battle in Michigan
The 2026 midterms saw key races unfold as Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed competed in Michigan's Senate primary, with outside spending and party divisions influencing the contest. Other states including Kansas, Missouri, Virginia, and Washington also held primaries, with unresolved races in Washington due to mail-in ballot processing.
- Pastor’s Senate primary win gives Democrats a ray of hope in deep-red Kansas
Pastor Adam Hamilton won a Senate primary in Kansas, positioning him as an underdog against Roger Marshall. Democrats believe the state could become competitive if the November environment favors them.
- Michigan primary: Senate race gauge for future of Democratic party?
Michigan's primary voters are choosing between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary, which is being viewed as a key indicator for the Democratic Party's future direction.
- Breaking down the race between El-Sayed and Stevens for Michigan's Democratic Senate primary
Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens are competing in Michigan's Senate primary. The race is a key event for Democrats, with results expected Tuesday.
- Latest on El-Sayed vs. Stevens as Michigan Senate primary concludes
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens are concluding their Senate primary in Michigan. CBS News' Fin Gómez is reporting on the race, with political strategists Chuck Rocha and Terry Sullivan providing analysis.
- US midterm primary elections live updates: High-stakes Michigan Senate race among key contests in five states
Voters in Michigan, Missouri, Washington, Kansas, and Virginia are selecting candidates for November midterm elections. A key Senate primary in Michigan highlights Democrats' internal competition, while a Washington state Democrat faces a challenging primary after flipping a pro-Trump district.
- Ahead of the midterms, Democrats face reckoning in Michigan primary
Michigan Democrats are holding a Senate Primary with national and international attention, serving as a proxy for the Democratic Party's direction in the upcoming Midterm elections. The race is critical as Michigan, a swing state, has a Senate seat Republicans could flip to gain control.
- Michigan Democrats pick between moderate and progressive in high-profile Senate primary
Michigan Democrats choose between moderate Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed in a Senate primary critical to the party's Senate majority hopes. The race highlights tensions between Democratic establishment and progressive factions, with Stevens backed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and El-Sayed supported by Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
- Hasan Piker marvels at ‘white dude bros’ supporting far-left candidate Abdul El-Sayed on eve of Michigan Senate primary
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed campaigned with Hasan Piker before a Michigan Senate primary. Piker is described as a controversial far-left streamer who previously made a contentious statement about 9/11.
- Michigan Senate primary divides Dems over direction of party
Michigan Democrats face a divisive Senate primary contest between Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, representing different party wings and styles. The race highlights internal divisions over the party's direction.
- El-Sayed says he wants to "build a broad coalition" of Democratic voters
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens are campaigning for Democratic voters ahead of Tuesday's Senate primary in Michigan. El-Sayed emphasizes building a broad coalition to secure the nomination.
- Senate candidate El-Sayed questions assumption Michigan voters are moderates
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens lead the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan, while former Rep. Mike Rogers runs unopposed for the GOP nomination. El-Sayed challenges the assumption that Michigan voters are moderates.
- Darline Graham promotes Trump’s agenda in her political debut ahead of special Senate primary
Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is entering politics to fulfill his Senate term and promote President Trump’s agenda ahead of a special primary. She faces nine Republican candidates, including Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry, in an Aug. 11 election.
- Darline Graham promotes Trump’s agenda in her political debut ahead of special Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham has launched her political career in South Carolina, advocating for President Donald Trump's policy priorities following her brother Lindsey Graham's death. She is positioning herself as a supporter of Trump's agenda ahead of a special Senate primary.
- Darline Graham promotes Trump's agenda in her political debut ahead of special Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is promoting President Trump's agenda in her political debut ahead of a South Carolina Senate special primary. She faces competition from candidates like Mark Sanford, Ralph Norman, and Russell Fry, with an informal straw poll showing her leading.
- Haley Stevens in the spin room after Senate Primary debate with Abdul El-Sayed
Congresswoman Haley Stevens answered questions in the FOX 2 spin room following a Senate Primary debate with Abdul El-Sayed.
- President Donald Trump to travel to Michigan ahead of swing state's primary election
President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in Michigan's Oakland County as early voting begins ahead of the August 4 primary election. The primary includes Senate and gubernatorial races, with GOP candidates John James and Perry Johnson competing for the governor's nomination. Republicans express concerns about rising gas prices and an unpopular war in Iran potentially impacting their midterm prospects.
- Poll shows wide-open GOP Senate primary in SC for late Sen. Graham's seat
Voters will decide in the GOP Senate primary in South Carolina next month who will fill the seat previously held by late Senator Lindsey Graham. The poll indicates the race is wide-open as candidates compete for the November ballot.
- Graham GOP challenger announces bid for special Senate primary
Mark Lynch, who lost to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in the GOP Senate primary last month, announced his candidacy for the special Senate primary to replace Graham. The bid comes after Graham's death on Saturday.
- Michigan Dem senator throws support behind candidate to replace him in contentious primary
Retiring Sen. Gary Peters endorsed Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, shifting from neutrality to support her over progressive rival Abdul El-Sayed. The race focuses on contrasting platforms, with Stevens emphasizing manufacturing and jobs, while El-Sayed advocates for Medicare for All and campaign finance reform.
- Struggle for power erupts after death of Lindsey Graham as GOP has just weeks to prepare for Senate primary
A power struggle has emerged following the death of Lindsey Graham, with the GOP needing only weeks to prepare for an upcoming Senate primary.
- Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that’s enough
Haley Stevens is a Senate hopeful in Michigan, arguing she is the strongest candidate to defeat Republicans in the Democratic Senate primary. Democrats must decide if her strengths are sufficient.
- Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough
Haley Stevens, a U.S. Representative who won a House seat in 2018 and survived a 2022 primary, is campaigning for Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary against progressive Abdul El-Sayed. Democrats face a choice between Stevens’ electability and El-Sayed’s progressive policies, as winning the Senate seat is critical for the party’s majority hopes.
- Michigan Democrats face a stark choice between a progressive and a moderate
Michigan Democrats face a stark choice between a progressive and a moderate. The state’s Senate primary is a head-to-head battle between Abdul El-Sayed, an outspoken left-wing candidate, and Haley Stevens, a moderate backed by party leaders.
- Ocasio-Cortez Endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Crucial Michigan Senate Race
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in a contested Senate primary in Michigan. Democrats aim to hold the state to secure a Senate majority this fall.
- AP Exclusive: Sen. Van Hollen backs El-Sayed for Michigan Senate in break from Democratic leadership
Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, opposing party leadership’s support for other candidates. The race highlights a Democratic ideological split between progressive El-Sayed and moderate Haley Stevens, with the Senate majority at stake.
- Rep. Barry Moore Wins G.O.P. Senate Primary in Alabama, Holding Off Challenger
Rep. Barry Moore won the G.O.P. Senate primary in Alabama, defeating a challenger. He is a representative who spoke at a news conference in May.
- Rep. Kevin Hern wins GOP Senate primary in Oklahoma
Rep. Kevin Hern won the GOP Senate primary in Oklahoma. The article confirms his victory in the Republican primary election.
- Texas GOP leaders call for unity to ‘demolish’ Democrats
Texas GOP leaders, including Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, urged party unity at their biennial convention following a contentious Senate primary between Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent Senator John Cornyn. They warned that internal divisions could jeopardize the party's 30-year statewide dominance and called for a unified effort against Democrats in the November midterm elections.