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Wisconsin's Democratic showdown and more primary races to watch today

Wisconsin's Democratic showdown and more primary races to watch today

Summary

Six U.S. states held primary elections on Tuesday, including key Democratic races in Wisconsin and Minnesota and a Republican special primary in South Carolina. In South Carolina, Republicans are selecting a candidate to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham, while in Wisconsin and Minnesota, Democrats are competing for governor and Senate nominations.

Key Facts

  • Six states held primary elections on Tuesday.
  • Wisconsin’s Democratic governor race features Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, and David Crowley, a moderate candidate.
  • President Trump’s ally, Representative Tom Tiffany, is expected to win the Republican nomination in Wisconsin.
  • Minnesota’s open Senate race has Democratic contenders Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig competing for the nomination.
  • Senator Amy Klobuchar is running for governor in Minnesota and faces little opposition.
  • South Carolina is holding a special Republican primary with ten candidates to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
  • Lindsey Graham’s sister, Senator Darline Graham, was appointed to fill his seat and is also running.
  • If no candidate wins a majority in South Carolina, a runoff election may occur.
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