Navy admiral fired by Hegseth advances to runoff in Democratic primary for Mace seat

Nancy Lacore, a three-star admiral that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired last year, is projected head to a runoff against veteran Mac Deford in the Democratic primary for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Lacore and Deford defeated a group of Democrats in the district, which stretches along the southeast coast

Longtime Incumbent Rep. Matsui to Face Progressive Challenger in November

An “I Voted” sign points to a Vote Center ahead of the primary election in Pasadena, Calif., on June 1, 2026. Mario Tama/Getty Images SACRAMENTO—Primary results from June 2 for California’s 7th Congressional District revealed an intra-party generational challenge, with two Democratic Party candidates born 40 years apart earning the most votes.  Incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui,

Republican Steve Hilton Advances in California Governor’s Race

Steve Hilton speaks during a gubernatorial candidate forum in Sacramento, Calif., on April 14, 2026. AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez SACRAMENTO—Republican Steve Hilton secured enough votes in the race for California governor to advance to the general election in November, setting up a partisan battle with Democrat Xavier Becerra. The Associated Press called Hilton’s advancement on