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June 3, 2026
Democrats Gain Momentum in Key Primaries Ahead of Midterms
- Rebecca Bennett, a former healthcare executive and navy veteran, is positioned to flip New Jersey's 7th congressional district against absent Republican Tom Kean Jr.
- Josh Turek, a Paralympic gold medalist, won the Democratic nomination for Senate in Iowa, aiming to appeal to a broad range of voters in a Trump-friendly district.
- Adam Hamawy's victory in New Jersey's 12th district could make him the first Muslim lawmaker from the state, backed by prominent progressive figures.
- California's Scott Wiener advances to the November runoff in a district previously held by Nancy Pelosi, with unclear opposition.
4 Sources
- Seven takeaways from a big primary night in Iowa, California and moreJun 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM · Washington Post
- US primary voters choose midterm candidates as Democrats look to flip key seatsJun 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM · The Guardian
- The Democrats to watch after Tuesday’s primaries: from army doctor to ParalympianJun 3, 2026 at 11:34 AM · The Guardian
- Iowa Senate race shifts toward Democrats after Turek win: Cook Political ReportJun 3, 2026 at 12:04 PM · The Hill