Tag: senate_race
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Media Monitor: Time Magazine Reports on Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate Campaign
Time Magazine is reporting on Abdul El-Sayed's unexpected lead in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, highlighting his progressive platform and criticism of party establishment ahead of the August 4 vote.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionState Governments Abdul El-SayedMichiganSenate raceProgressive politicsPrimary electionPolitical campaignsTime Magazine
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Media Monitor: Graham Platner May Withdraw From Maine Senate Race
The Washington Post is reporting that Graham Platner's campaign staff has been informed he will address the future of his Maine Senate bid tonight, with speculation he may withdraw.
Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElection Graham PlatnerMaineSenate RacePolitical CampaignPoliticsWithdrawalThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Maine Senate Nominee Platner Faces Pressure to Withdraw Amid Allegations
Time Magazine reports Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner is under pressure to withdraw from the Maine race following sexual assault allegations, as allies resist a moderate replacement and party funding is threatened.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionState Governments Graham PlatnerMaineSenate raceSexual assault allegationsPolitical nominationsJanet MillsTime Magazine
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports new sexual misconduct allegation against Maine Senate nominee
The Washington Post is reporting that Lyndsey Fifield, an ex-girlfriend, has accused Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner of unwanted sexual conduct, including removing condoms without consent. This is the second such allegation this week.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionLegalSocial Issues Graham PlatnerLyndsey FifieldMaineSenate raceSexual misconductPhysical abuseD.C.The Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Platner Faces Pressure to Withdraw from Maine Senate Race
The Washington Post reports Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a sexual assault allegation and mounting pressure from Democrats to withdraw by July 13.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionLegal Graham PlatnerMaineSenate racesexual assaultDemocratsJuly 13 deadlinePoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Maine Democratic Senate Nominee Accused of Sexual Assault
The Washington Post is reporting that Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner faces a sexual assault allegation from a woman he previously dated, which he denies.
Politics and GovernmentMediaDemocratic PartyElectionGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Graham PlatnerMaineSexual AssaultSenate RaceSusan CollinsPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Ohio Senate Race Emerges as Key Battle for Senate Control
Time Magazine is reporting that the Ohio Senate race between Democrat Sherrod Brown and Republican Jon Husted is a pivotal contest, with Brown currently leading in polls.
Politics and GovernmentDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentElectionGeneral PoliticsCongress OhioSenate RaceSherrod BrownJon HustedDonald TrumpChuck SchumerElectionsTime Magazine
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Media Monitor: Maine Democrats Face Dilemma Over Senate Candidate Platner
Time Magazine is reporting that Maine Democrats are grappling with their de facto Senate nominee, Graham Platner, who faces past accusations, as voters head to the polls today.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyElectionState Governments Graham PlatnerMaineSenate RaceSusan CollinsPrimary ElectionPolitical ScandalTime Magazine
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Media Monitor: Turek Wins Iowa Democratic Senate Primary
The Washington Post is reporting that Josh Turek, backed by the Democratic establishment, won the Iowa Senate primary, defeating progressive Zach Wahls.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyElectionState Governments Josh TurekZach WahlsIowaDemocratic primarySenate raceMichiganMinnesotaThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports on Critical Primary Races in Six States
USA TODAY reports on a packed day of primaries across six states, including a competitive Iowa Senate race and a Trump-backed reality TV star's bid for Los Angeles mayor.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElection ElectionsPrimariesIowaLos AngelesSenate raceMayoral raceDonald TrumpUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Trump-Endorsed Republican Ousts Incumbent Senator in Texas Primary
The Washington Post is reporting that Ken Paxton, a Trump-endorsed Republican, defeated incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas primary runoff, setting up a November contest with Democrat James Talarico.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyElectionState Governments Ken PaxtonJohn CornynTexasRepublican PrimaryDonald J TrumpSenate RaceElectionsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Georgia Senate GOP Primary Heads to Runoff
The Washington Post reports that Rep. Mike Collins and Derek Dooley are in a primary runoff in Georgia, with the winner facing Sen. Jon Ossoff in a key race for Senate control.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElection GeorgiaU.S. PoliticsElectionsSenate RaceMike CollinsDerek DooleyJon OssoffThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Trump endorses Paxton for Texas Senate seat
The Washington Post is reporting that President Donald J Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for Senate, despite advice from his political advisers and Senate leadership to support incumbent John Cornyn.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElectionFederal Government Donald J TrumpKen PaxtonJohn CornynTexasSenate RacePolitical EndorsementThe Washington Post