Denise Powell pulls ahead in Nebraska's 2nd district primary

Denise Powell took a narrow lead Tuesday night over state Senator John Cavanaugh in the Democratic primary for Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District. The race remained too close to call immediately after polls closed in Omaha. Powell addressed supporters near midnight while awaiting final results.

Democratic candidate Denise Powell spoke to her supporters just before midnight. She said there are still some votes outstanding and the process should work its way through, adding that her team feels good about the outcome.

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Democrats notch repeated special-election overperformances after Trump’s return to the White House

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Democratic candidates have frequently run ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2024 margins in recent special elections held after President Donald Trump began his second term in January 2025, according to analyses tracking results across states and districts. Republicans and some analysts caution that special elections are often low-turnout contests that do not always predict general-election outcomes.

Inspired by strong Latino turnout in a Texas primary, Democratic candidates in Colorado, Arizona, and Nebraska are focusing on Latino voters to flip Republican-held districts. These efforts come amid growing enthusiasm among Latino communities, which could prove decisive in tight races. Strategists see this as a chance to regain ground lost to Republicans in recent elections.

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Voters in and around Toledo who cast ballots in Ohio’s May 2026 primary elections told NPR they are focused on the rising cost of everyday necessities, including gas and groceries, as the contest for the state’s 9th Congressional District heads toward a closely watched November matchup.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Dick Durbin, defeating Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly amid record $50 million in outside spending. Stratton captured around 40% of the vote, bolstered by millions from Gov. JB Pritzker, highlighting his influence ahead of his uncontested gubernatorial primary win.

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Voters in North Carolina's 4th congressional district are choosing between incumbent Rep. Valerie Foushee and challenger Nida Allam in a March 3 primary. The race highlights tensions within the Democratic Party over progressive policies amid Donald Trump's second term. Allam, backed by Bernie Sanders, pushes for bolder stances on immigration and Gaza, while Foushee emphasizes her experience and legislative record.

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