Thirteen-term Republican Congressman Mike Simpson has secured his party’s nomination once again in Idaho’s 2nd Congressional District. Simpson’s political career spans decades, starting with his time on the Blackfoot City Council in 1980. Despite breaking with some Republicans on issues like the Jan. 6 investigation and the 2020 election recount, Simpson emerged victorious in the GOP primary with 55% of the vote. He will now face unopposed Democrat David Roth in the November general election.
Former two-term Governor Larry Hogan has emerged victorious in the Republican Senate primary in Maryland, setting the stage for a general election battle against Democratic candidate Angela Alsobrooks. With his proven track record and popularity among Maryland voters, Hogan aims to convince Democrats and independents that he will remain a pragmatic and bipartisan leader in the Senate. Despite facing an uphill climb in the heavily blue state, Hogan emphasizes his commitment to protecting reproductive rights and finding common ground for the betterment of Maryland.
Riley Moore, the Republican West Virginia state Treasurer, has emerged victorious in a highly contested Republican primary. With a substantial margin of victory, Moore has secured his position as the likely candidate to represent the state’s 2nd Congressional District in the upcoming November general election. During his campaign, Moore positioned himself as an ardent opponent of ESG investing standards and a proponent of America First policies.
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice emerged victorious in the Republican primary election for the state’s open Senate seat on Tuesday, bolstering the GOP’s hopes of flipping the seat in the upcoming November election. Justice, a former Democrat who switched parties in 2017 with the support of former President Trump, defeated a crowded field of challengers, including House Representative Alex Mooney, who attempted to paint Justice as a ‘RINO’ (Republican In Name Only). However, Justice’s popularity and shift toward conservative positions resonated with voters, securing his victory.
Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley plans to meet with major donors from her campaign early next week, but sources confirm she is not expected to encourage them to contribute to Donald Trump’s general election campaign. Haley has declined to endorse Trump since suspending her White House bid in March, and the move could signal potential trouble for Trump in his rematch with President Biden. The former governor and UN ambassador has continued to win votes in Republican primaries despite her withdrawal from the nomination race.
In Indiana’s Republican primary, Donald Trump emerged victorious, but the presence of Nikki Haley, who has since dropped out of the race, revealed a significant shift within the party. Haley’s strong showings, particularly in suburban areas, indicate a growing dissatisfaction with Trump’s dominance and a broader realignment within the GOP.
Kelly Daughtry, who finished first in the Republican primary for North Carolina’s 13th congressional district, has withdrawn from the runoff election after former President Donald Trump endorsed her opponent, Brad Knott. The redrawn 13th district is expected to favor Republicans in November’s general election, making it likely that Knott will be elected as its representative.
Pennsylvania’s Republican primary results indicate that former President Donald Trump needs to make further efforts to secure support from traditional Republicans and independent voters. Despite winning with 83.5% of the vote, Trump lost a significant number of votes to Nikki Haley, who is no longer in the race. Polls show that Trump’s lead in swing states is narrow, and he trails President Biden in Michigan. Trump needs to emphasize his support for Ukraine, tone down his rhetoric, and focus on winning over moderate voters. He must also address concerns about his lack of discipline and continue to distance himself from extremist figures in the party.
Pennsylvania’s top-ranking state House Republican, Bryan Cutler, withstood a formidable primary challenge from the right, while the Democratic establishment prevailed in ousting Northeast Philadelphia representative Kevin Boyle due to mental health concerns. Other House incumbents also faced tough primaries, with some emerging victorious and others awaiting results.
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie expressed concerns about the potential consequences of President Trump winning a second term, particularly the possibility of a ‘vendetta tour’ against his political opponents. Christie, who initially supported Trump in 2016 but later ran against him in the 2024 Republican primary, emphasized the lack of restraints and accountability that could come with Trump’s reelection. Despite his concerns, Christie stated that he would not vote for President Biden in November, citing his lack of enthusiasm for both candidates.
