Republican Robert Burke won the nomination for Massachusetts’ eighth congressional district, setting up a rematch against Democratic incumbent Stephen Lynch. Despite facing a well-funded opponent, Burke believes he can capitalize on voters’ concerns about the direction of the country. The race is expected to be closely watched, as Massachusetts has a strong Democratic presence.
Kristen McDonald Privet, a state senator, has won the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, securing the nomination to replace Rep. Dan Kildee, who is not seeking re-election. Privet’s victory comes after a three-way race against former Flint mayor Matt Collier and Michigan State Board of Education President Pamela Pugh.
Former U.S. Representative George Santos has announced his withdrawal from the race for New York’s 1st Congressional District. The announcement comes after months of speculation surrounding his campaign’s lack of progress and legal challenges. Santos had initially planned to run as an independent candidate but has now decided to step aside to avoid splitting the vote and potentially handing the seat to a Democrat.
