What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to defend California and make inroads in Iowa
Democrats are aiming to regain ground in Iowa and secure key November ballot spots in California as Republicans defend a narrow House majority.
- Tuesday's primaries across California, Iowa, and New Jersey test political momentum as voters head to the polls in contests offering insight into varied political shifts.
- Democrats are banking on a rare chance to regain ground in Iowa, a rural state that has eluded them in recent years, with Rob Sand of Decorah running unopposed for the Democratic nomination for governor.
- In New Jersey's 7th congressional district, Republican Rep Tom Kean faces scrutiny for an unexplained three-month medical absence that caused him to miss more than 100 votes in Congress.
- As the city prepares for the Olympics, Los Angeles's mayoral race is being closely watched for signs of dissatisfaction with liberal urban governance amid the global event.
- Three-Term incumbent Republican Mike Rounds is expected to cruise to his party's nomination on Tuesday in South Dakota, reflecting strong Republican support in the state.
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5 things to watch in Tuesday's primaries in California, Iowa and beyond
Democrats are banking on a rare chance to regain ground in Iowa, a rural state that has repeatedly eluded them in recent years. Republicans, meanwhile, are grappling with a New Jersey congressman whose unexplained absence could put their already slim majority at risk.
Big Races to Watch as Six States Vote
Voters in six states headed to the polls Tuesday in primaries that will shape not just who runs their states, but, potentially, who controls Congress. California and Iowa dominate the map with marquee contests, while Montana, New Jersey, South Dakota, and New Mexico host lower-profile but still significant races. Highlights,...
What to expect as voters head to the polls in New Jersey's state primary
New Jersey voters will nominate candidates for both chambers of Congress in a state primary on Tuesday, including in one key battleground district that could decide control of the U.S. House.
Cal Matters
California House races could decide the majority in Congress. Who will survive the primary?
California election results: National Democrats are closely watching two congressional races that could decide the makeup of the next Congress
It's Primary Day Across Six States
Election Day is taking shape as primary season continues with key races in six critical states that will determine who makes the ballot in November with primary races in California, Iowa, Montana, New Mexico, South Dakota and New Jersey. California: Right now, the California governor’s race in the jungle primary appears too close to call, and Democrat turnout is a bit lower than normal. CalMatters: The latest polls suggest it’s a three-way compe…
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