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Democratic Primaries 2026: California Governor Race and House Battles Put Party Future on the Line

Tuesday's elections in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota will determine nominees in several battleground races. (Credit: Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Democrats across the country are heading into one of the most consequential primary nights of the 2026 election cycle, with contests in six states expected to shape the party's direction ahead of November.

Tuesday's elections in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota will determine nominees in several battleground races and test the political strength of incumbents facing serious threats from within their own parties.

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