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DARK SECRETS: Randy feenstra - The Real Truth

Trump’s hot streak appears over as a slew of election picks fail him

ANALYSIS: Trump still has a tight grip on Republicans and an endorsement against them can spell death. But, Eric Garcia notes, he’s whiffed

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When Washington politicians can’t go home again

ANALYSIS — While Republicans and Democrats battle for control of Washington this year, Washington has become a scarlet letter for members of both parties vying to be their state’s next governor. Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet was just the latest member of Congress to fail in a gubernatorial attempt when he…

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Three U.S. House candidates that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed won their June 23 primaries

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6 takeaways halfway through primary season

ANALYSIS — Four more states held primaries this week, marking the halfway point of the 2026 primary season. A total of 26 states have conducted regular congressional primaries so far this year, the latest being Maine, Nevada, North Dakota and South Carolina, where voters cast their ballots Tuesday. A handful…

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At the Races: Tricks of the trade

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari and Mary Ellen McIntire Democrats are sounding the alarm on mystery super PACs with ties to Republicans that…

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Zach Lahn’s win in Iowa is a rare rebuke to Trump, who still has an iron grip on the party

While president’s last-minute endorsement of Randy Feenstra failed, he has enjoyed successes in Texas, Indiana and Kentucky

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Another one bites the dust

South Dakota Rep. Dusty Johnson was the early favorite in the state’s gubernatorial race, but in the run-up to Tuesday’s primary, a poll found his edge eroding. The four-term Republican wound up finishing third, behind Gov. Larry Rhoden, who filled the vacancy left by former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem,…

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MAHA candidate beats Trump's choice in Republican primary for Iowa governor

Businessman Zach Lahn's win in Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's pick is a rare electoral setback for Trump

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Trump Suffers First Major 2026 Primary Loss as Conservative Outsider Beats Feenstra in Iowa

Trump endorsed Feenstra just four days before the primary, calling the congressman "MAGA all the way" and praising him as a reliable ally

Latin Times

Trump-endorsed candidate stunned in Iowa as anti-pesticide movement claims major victory

The narrow win on Tuesday exposed potential vulnerabilities within Trump's coalition in the deeply conservative state, offering encouragement to Democrats who are optimistic about their chances of flipping the governor's office this year

The Independent UK

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Lahn's win in GOP primary for Iowa governor is a setback for Trump that could signal MAHA strength

Businessman Zach Lahn's win in Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's pick is a rare electoral setback for Trump

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California, Iowa Primaries Shape Key 2026 Contests As Voters Weigh Cost-Of-Living, National Issues

The latest round of state primaries unfolded against a backdrop of international conflicts, economic uncertainty and ongoing debates over trade, immigration and government spending.

International Business Times

Trump takes a hit in nationwide primaries as voters shake up the map

Contests, spanning California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota, provided crucial takeaways for both major parties

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In Iowa Senate race, Hinson-Turek matchup set for November

Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek, a two-time Paralympic gold medalist who bills himself as a “commonsense prairie populist,” won the Democratic nomination for the state’s open Senate seat Tuesday. Turek beat state Sen. Zach Wahls in a contest that symbolized some of the party’s ideological divisions. Wahls ran as an…

The Independent UK

Can Democrats hold California and break through in Iowa? What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries

The governor's office in California typically attracts some of the highest-wattage names in politics, but not this year

The Economic Times

Trump jumps into Republican primaries for governor in South Carolina, Iowa and Oklahoma

President Trump has thrown his support behind three Republican gubernatorial hopefuls in South Carolina, Iowa, and Oklahoma. His endorsements for Pamela Evette, Randy Feenstra, and Mike Mazzei come as these states gear up for competitive GOP primaries. Trump highlighted Evette's loyalty and Feenstra's "MAGA all the way" stance, aiming to…

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Year-round E15 supporters hopeful for amendment to farm bill

Supporters of year-round sales of gasoline containing a higher proportion of ethanol are optimistic after the introduction of a bipartisan amendment to the farm bill with support from both agriculture and fossil fuel state representatives. The amendment would allow the year-round sale of E15, gasoline containing up to 15 percent…

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At the Races: Never-ending redistricting

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. Redistricting has already thrown a long shadow over the 2026 midterm elections, and we’re not done yet. As our colleague…

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House misses its own deadline for bill to expand ethanol sales

House Republicans blew past a deadline to release legislation that would allow the year-round sale of E15 gasoline last week.

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Running for governor continues to hold appeal on Capitol Hill - Roll Call

Governors' elections are having an impact on Washington as a growing number of lawmakers make gubernatorial bids.

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House retirements so far are at a historical low - Roll Call

While senators are leaving Washington at a higher-than-normal pace, House open seats are lagging behind the historical average per cycle.

Salon

Joni Ernst has a challenger

JD Scholten, professional athlete and Democrat, spoke to Salon about how his party can win even in Trump country

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At the Races: Democrats go back to school - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including education policy and the midterm elections.

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Republican Rep. Randy Feenstra exploring run for Iowa governor - Roll Call

Republican Rep. Randy Feenstra is exploring a run for governor of Iowa, where GOP incumbent Kim Reynolds is retiring.

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