Progressive activist wins Democratic primary in one of the nation’s biggest House races
Democrat William Lawrence, the co-founder of the progressive Sunrise Movement, has won his party’s primary in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, NBC News projects — a big victory for the insurgent left that also sets up a dramatic general election contrast against Republicans in a crucial battleground seat.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:07:11 GMT

Trump-backed John James wins Michigan’s GOP primary for governor
Rep. John James has won Michigan’s Republican nomination for governor, NBC News projects.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:13:09 GMT

Rep. Wesley Bell defeats former Rep. Cori Bush in a Missouri Democratic primary rematch
Bell won, NBC News projects, with ad support from a pro-Israel super PAC, while Bush had backing from prominent progressives.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:02:23 GMT

GOP’s Ty Masterson and Democrat Cindy Holscher to meet in Kansas governor’s race
NBC News projects that Masterson, the state Senate president, emerged from the primary in a contest that represents a top pickup opportunity for the GOP this fall.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:00:31 GMT

Missouri voters block GOP-led effort to raise bar to pass constitutional amendments
The push came after progressives in the solidly Republican state found success with ballot measures related to abortion, health care and the minimum wage.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:31:54 GMT