U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 7th District since 2020
The Louisiana attorney general has been indicted on 16 counts related to alleged intimidation and malfeasance as part of a clash over a law that eliminates the Orleans Parish criminal court clerk’s post. The state supreme court has paused proceedings for now, citing procedural defects, while Governor Landry vows a swift pardon if warranted.
Lieutenant Governor Rodriguez has fired her campaign manager after discovering miscounted contributions and expenses, revealing the campaign is underfunded ahead of Wisconsin’s August 11 primary. She says she will move forward and correct the records, with endorsements shifting as the race tightens.
Wisconsin’s governor race enters a new phase as Gov. Tony Evers endorses Milwaukee County Executive Nikiu Crowley, boosting his bid after a surprise departure by Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez. Crowley, who has paused his campaign, is re-entering a crowded Democratic primary to face Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, Kelda Roys and Joel Brennan ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
The Wisconsin Democratic field has shifted as former lieutenant governor Barnes withdraws, leaving Francesca Hong’s rise in the liberal wing and David Crowley’s reentry; the primary is Aug. 11 with Tiffany as the likely Republican challenger.
Democratic state official Francesca Hong has seen a shift in her gubernatorial bid as old social media posts are scrutinized. While she emphasizes focusing on policy and delivering for Wisconsinites, Republicans and some Democrats worry about electability in a close general election. The race is drawing national attention as endorsements and opposition converge ahead of the August primary.
President Trump’s Cabinet meeting at Camp David has become a focal point as he faces Republican pushback on a tax-audit immunity deal and the fate of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Comments on an Anti-Weaponization Fund are circulating, while lawmakers seek written assurances from the White House. The briefing follows related talks about immunity provisions tied to the Trump family.
South Carolina has held a special Republican primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and has produced a runoff. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman have advanced; Rep. Russell Fry finished a close third. The Aug. 25 runoff will almost certainly decide the GOP nominee who will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November.
In Wisconsin, Francesca Hong has lost the governor's primary to David Crowley by less than 1 point, a dramatic turn after polls showed she led by double digits. The result mirrors a broader pattern of polling misses and rising momentum for progressive candidates in state races. Prediction markets also underestimated Crowley’s chances.
In a tight Democratic primary in Wisconsin, David Crowley has defeated Francesca Hong, edging toward the general election against Tom Tiffany. The result narrows the field in a key battleground state as Democrats aim to hold the governor’s mansion and expand their legislative control.
The Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary has shifted from a projected landslide to a narrow loss for Francesca Hong. David Crowley’s centrism prevails, inflaming debates on polling accuracy and the role of prediction markets in shaping campaigns.
Texas politics are shifting as districts face rising backlash over data centers. A four-point plan aims to curb Chinese tech, protect children, and cut tax exemptions, while opponents accuse leaders of courting big tech and dodging local concerns. Polls show broad cross‑party opposition to new centers, potentially altering the 2026 midterms and beyond.
Polls show Texas Democratic Senate hopeful James Talarico edging incumbent Ken Paxton by about 0.6 points among likely voters, with the race expected to go down to the wire. Other Texas contests, including the gubernatorial race, show shifting dynamics as data centers and AI concerns surface in public debate.
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has reprimanded Judge Shelley Joseph after a 2018 incident in which she allegedly helped an immigrant escape. The ruling follows a finding of improper conduct and an appearance of impropriety. The decision has echoes of related immigration enforcement clashes nationwide.
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany has survived a water landing after his small plane lost power near Wausau while returning from a La Crosse County event. Both Tiffany and the pilot sustained minor injuries and were treated before continuing their campaigns for Wisconsin governor. FAA and NTSB will investigate the cause.