primary
Coverage of primary in the Nexus archive.
- Man with same name as U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for Alaska's primary ballot, judge rules
A man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible to challenge him in the August primary, according to a judge's ruling. The decision allows the individual to appear on Alaska's primary ballot.
- Who would Michael Bennet pick to replace himself in the Senate? He’s narrowed it down — to 500,000 people.
Michael Bennet has narrowed his potential replacement in the Senate to 500,000 people. A vote for Bennet in the primary is effectively a vote for a new senator in 2027.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the Washington, DC, primary
Washington, D.C. will hold a districtwide primary that differs from previous elections. The event is described as unique compared to past electoral processes.
- Chris Swanson brings ‘boundless energy’ to Michigan governor run. He may need more
Chris Swanson is focusing on a rigorous campaign schedule and social media presence to secure victory in the Michigan governor primary. The article notes his approach may require additional effort in the final weeks of the race.
- Trump’s election fraud claims put pressure on California to speed up vote count
California faces pressure to address criticism of its lengthy vote-counting process following a primary election where late-counted ballots influenced several races, including the Los Angeles mayoral contest. Trump's election fraud claims have intensified scrutiny over the state's election procedures.
- California’s elections are dangerously slow
Republican Spencer Pratt is running third in the officially nonpartisan primary for Los Angeles mayor with 27 percent of the vote, which would be the highest share for a Republican in this race. The article notes it is not unusual for Republicans to finish out of contention in Los Angeles.
- Chabria: What the primary chaos says about California Democrats
The article discusses the chaotic nature of California's recent Democratic primary, highlighting that even party officials could not control the situation. It questions the implications of this chaos for Democrats in a traditionally Democratic state.
- Power Play: Five important questions for November’s general election
The primary elections have concluded, with most candidates now focusing on the November 3 general election. A few races remain undecided, and winners are preparing for the upcoming election day.
- Could Democrats get shut out in a left-leaning California district?
Representative Kevin Kiley, who switched his registration to independent from Republican after his California district was redrawn to favor Democrats, was leading in the Sixth Congressional District primary as of Wednesday morning.
- Trump-backed candidate in Iowa loses primary
A Trump-backed candidate in Iowa lost the primary election. The defeat may indicate that the president's political instincts were incorrect.
- Trump-backed candidate in Iowa loses primary
Randy Feenstra, a Trump-backed candidate, lost the Iowa primary. His defeat may indicate that the president's political instincts were incorrect.
- Scott Wiener wins big in primary, promises to fight ‘disaster of a regime’ in Congress
Scott Wiener secured a significant lead in the primary race to succeed Rep. Nancy Pelosi. He pledged to challenge what he described as a 'disaster of a regime' in Congress.
- Incumbent Park and challenger Malik battle for District 11 L.A. City Council seat
Incumbent Park and challenger Malik are competing for the District 11 L.A. City Council seat in Tuesday's primary. Voters are electing representatives for eight of the 15 council seats, including two open seats where incumbents are termed out.
- Gamesmanship scandal rocks California governor’s race as Dems’ dark arts exposed
A gamesmanship scandal involving the California governor’s race has gained attention, with political observers noting increased circulation of the narrative in the final days before the primary. The Post reports that Democrats' 'dark arts' are being exposed in the context of the race.
- Live results: Montana Senate primaries
Voters in Montana will head to the polls in a Tuesday primary to decide who will succeed retiring Sen. Steve Daines. Former U.S. District Attorney Kurt Alme, a Republican, has the support of President Trump and the retiring senator. Several candidates are jockeying for the Democratic nod.
- Los Angeles mayor faces a TV star and a former ally. See primary results live.
Karen Bass, the incumbent Los Angeles mayor, is seeking reelection in a tight primary race against Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt. The candidates are competing for the mayoral nomination in a closely watched election.
- Los Angeles votes for mayor: What to know about today's primary
Los Angeles voters are casting their votes for mayor in today's primary election. The election is taking place on Tuesday.
- California holds crowded primary in race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom
California voters are deciding who will advance in the primary to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom. The primary is part of the race to find his successor.
- California will play a big role in the fight for power in Congress. Tuesday's primary sets the stage
California redistricting could result in Democrats gaining up to five additional House seats, influencing the battle for Congress control. The upcoming primary elections will determine key matchups for November.
- Here are the top candidates for California governor in Tuesday’s primary
California voters have 61 candidates on the primary ballot for governor to replace outgoing Gov. Gavin Newsom. The primary election is scheduled for Tuesday.
- Democratic candidates rally voters as CA governor's race enters final stretch ahead of primary
As Tuesday's primary approaches, candidates for California governor are making a final push across the Bay Area and the state. The governor's race is entering its final stretch ahead of the primary.
- Tom Steyer’s multi-million dollar real estate portfolio exposed as he campaigns on affordability
Tom Steyer's multi-million dollar real estate portfolio has been revealed as he campaigns on affordability. He is one of three leading candidates for governor in Tuesday's primary.
- L.A. city attorney's role could be weakened under charter reform proposal
A charter reform proposal could weaken the role of the L.A. city attorney. The proposal is being debated as incumbent city attorney Feldstein Soto faces challengers in an upcoming primary.
- Chabria: A Becerra-Steyer race in November? It's possible
Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer could face each other in a November general election if they finish first and second in the primary. A Democrat-vs.-Democrat race would require both candidates to address challenging questions.
- Gretchen Whitmer reveals she’s not seeking presidency despite 2028 campaign speculation
Gretchen Whitmer announced she will not seek the presidency despite speculation about a 2028 campaign. The term-limited governor was previously seen as a leading contender in what is expected to be a competitive primary.
- Bass, Raman, Pratt locked in tight L.A. mayoral race ahead of primary, poll finds
A new poll shows the Los Angeles mayoral race tightening, with Bass, Raman, and Pratt all within four points of each other days before the primary.
- Morning news brief
The U.S. military claimed it struck Iran in self-defense, Russia warned of increased attacks on Ukraine, and Texas Republicans are voting in a primary that could impact the party's direction.
- Betty Yee drops out of California governor’s race
Betty Yee, former California State Controller and Democratic Party favorite, has suspended her campaign for governor due to low poll numbers and time constraints before the primary. She struggled to connect with the public despite support from party insiders.