Voters defeated three measures that Republican Legislatures put on the ballot in Missouri and Kansas Welcome to the Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Aug 6
Donavan McKinney (D) defeated incumbent Shri Thanedar (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District on August 4, 2026 Donavan McKinney (D) defeated incumbent Shri Thanedar (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District on August 4, 2026. Ballotpedia · Aug 6
Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar loses Democratic primary in Michigan Shri Thanedar lost the Michigan Democratic primary to Donavan McKinney. McKinney secured victory with support from the party's progressive wing. Thanedar acknowledged the socialist movement's influence on the election outcome. His defeat may reduce Indian-American representation in the House. Thanedar expressed gratitude for his service and plans to remain active. The Times of India · Aug 5
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Democratic Senate primary Abdul El-Sayed secured Michigan's Democratic Senate nomination, defeating Haley Stevens. He will now face Republican Mike Rogers in the general election. This pivotal race will determine Senate control in the upcoming elections. El-Sayed campaigned on progressive policies and received support from key figures. Democrats aim to unite their base to… The Economic Times · Aug 5
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan Former local public health official Abdul El-Sayed has won a high-profile Democratic primary for Michigan’s open Senate seat, advancing to a general election that will test whether a progressive Democrat can win statewide in a key Midwestern battleground. El-Sayed, a former public health official, was leading Rep. Haley Stevens by… Roll Call · Aug 5
At the Races: Left, right and Michigan Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire and… Roll Call · Aug 4
Contentious Democratic Senate contest dominates Michigan’s primary season Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary has been among the most contentious elections so far this year. With a week to go until the Aug. 4 primary, the matchup that pits Rep. Haley Stevens and former Wayne County public health official Abdul El-Sayed highlights the ongoing tension between the party’s moderate and… Roll Call · Jul 28
Rep. Thanedar faces Sanders-backed challenger in Michigan's 13th District Democratic primary Incumbent Shri Thanedar (D), Donavan McKinney (D), and four other candidates are running in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District on August 4, 2026. As of May 2026, Thanedar and McKinney led in endorsements, fundraising, and local media attention. Ballotpedia · May 19
House money race dotted by challengers who outraised incumbents A handful of vulnerable House lawmakers in both parties were outraised by potential opponents in the final months of 2025, new filings show. Roll Call · Feb 2
Older Democrats are getting crushed by younger primary foes in the cash wars Half a dozen incumbent House Democrats over 70 were outraised by their primary challengers. Axios · Oct 17, 2025
Trump impeachment effort pulled moments before House vote - Roll Call A long-shot effort by Rep. Shri Thanedar to force an impeachment vote against President Donald Trump was abruptly pulled Wednesday evening. Roll Call · May 14, 2025
Justice Dems reveal new primary target The progressive group, founded in 2018, aims to defeat Rep. Shri Thanedar, a Michigan Democrat Salon · Apr 28, 2025