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Representative Jake Auchincloss Secures Democratic Primary Win for 4th Congressional District

Representative Jake Auchincloss Secures Democratic Primary Win for 4th Congressional District

Incumbent Representative Jake Auchincloss has won the Democratic primary for Massachusetts' 4th Congressional District. He secured 6,912 votes in Brookline compared to challenger Jason Poulos's 3,169, and maintained an even wider margin across the district. Poulos had attempted to unseat Auchincloss by leveraging left-wing momentum, but these efforts were unsuccessful. Auchincloss will now advance to the general election, where he will face Republican Tom Stalcup. The primary election also saw other significant races, including the U.S. Senate primary where incumbent Ed Markey was projected the statewide winner, and the Norfolk County District Attorney race which remained too close to call at the time of reporting. Turnout in Brookline for the primary was just over 10,000 voters, a figure comparable to 2022.

Massachusetts Democratic Primary Pits Progressive Incumbent Markey Against Moderate Challenger Moulton

Massachusetts Democratic Primary Pits Progressive Incumbent Markey Against Moderate Challenger Moulton

Massachusetts is holding a state primary election where Democratic voters will decide between incumbent U.S. Senator Ed Markey and challenger U.S. Representative Seth Moulton. This contest highlights a recurring theme in Democratic primaries this year: the clash between the party's progressive and moderate wings, and between long-serving incumbents and younger challengers. Senator Markey, 80, is seeking his third full term and has garnered support from prominent progressives including U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, and U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Representative Moulton, 47, has received endorsements from The Boston Globe and several current and former Democratic House colleagues. The primary also includes other races for U.S. House, governor, and various state and local offices. Polls are open until 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Registered party members can only vote in their own party's primary, while independents can choose either primary. Approxi...

Sen. Ed Markey, 80, wins Mass. Democratic primary over opponent who called for generational change

Sen. Ed Markey, 80, wins Mass. Democratic primary over opponent who called for generational change

U.S. Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts has secured the Democratic nomination in his bid for a third term in office

Senator Ed Markey Faces Age-Based Challenge in Massachusetts Democratic Primary

Senator Ed Markey Faces Age-Based Challenge in Massachusetts Democratic Primary

Senator Ed Markey, an 80-year-old Massachusetts Democrat, is facing a primary challenge from 47-year-old Representative Seth Moulton. Moulton's campaign centers on the need for 'generational change' and questions Markey's age and grasp of modern technology, citing a recent debate where Markey appeared unclear about AI platforms. Markey, who has served in Congress for decades, including 37 years in the House before his Senate election in 2013, is campaigning on his long-standing progressive ideals, such as the Green New Deal and Medicare for All. Despite Moulton's focus on age, Markey has garnered significant support from progressive figures like Senator Elizabeth Warren and Senator Bernie Sanders, and has strong backing from young voters and college Democratic groups who prioritize his policy positions over his age. This primary is seen by some as a clash of ambition and efforts to secure future Democratic power in the state, rather than purely ideological differences.

Senator Ed Markey Maintains Strong Lead in Massachusetts Democratic Primary Against Representative Seth Moulton

Senator Ed Markey Maintains Strong Lead in Massachusetts Democratic Primary Against Representative Seth Moulton

Senator Ed Markey, an 80-year-old Massachusetts Democrat, is significantly ahead in recent polls against his primary challenger, Representative Seth Moulton. Markey, who has served in Congress since 1976 and the Senate since 2013, is known for his progressive stance on issues such as climate change, clean energy, and consumer protection. Moulton, 47, has positioned himself as a candidate for generational change within the Democratic Party. Despite a national trend of younger challengers unseating older incumbents in Democratic primaries, Markey's strong progressive credentials and consistent support for transgender rights appear to resonate with Massachusetts voters. Polls from Emerson College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Suffolk University all show Markey with a substantial lead, ranging from 15 to 31 points. This indicates that previously undecided voters have largely consolidated behind the incumbent senator.

Age dominates Democratic primaries in Massachusetts: Updates and results

Age dominates Democratic primaries in Massachusetts: Updates and results

Rep. Seth Moulton is among a crop of younger Democrats who've sought to topple the old guard, but Sen. Ed Markey has leaned into his progressive record

House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark Survives Primary Challenge Amidst Israel Policy Debate

House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark Survives Primary Challenge Amidst Israel Policy Debate

House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark successfully fended off two progressive challengers, Jonathan Paz and Tarik Samman, in Massachusetts' 5th Congressional District primary. Clark, who has held her position since 2013 and serves as the second-highest-ranking Democrat in the House, secured her victory despite the challengers making the war in Gaza and pro-Israel political funding central issues of their campaigns. Clark's fundraising efforts significantly outpaced her opponents, raising $4.5 million compared to Paz's $88,500 and Samman's $43,800, according to FEC filings. While the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) has endorsed Clark and contributed to her campaign in the past, she has adopted a critical stance towards the Israeli government's handling of the conflict in Gaza. Last year, Clark used the term "genocide" in reference to the situation, later clarifying her statement, and in July, she voted to cut $3.3 billion in U.S. military aid to Israel, citing concerns that Prime Minister B...

Michael Fenton Campaigns for Governor's Council, Emphasizing Progressive Leadership and Social Justice Record

Michael Fenton Campaigns for Governor's Council, Emphasizing Progressive Leadership and Social Justice Record

Michael Fenton, a partner at a law firm in Northampton, an adjunct professor, and an eight-term city councilor from Springfield, is campaigning for Governor's Councilor from District 8. Fenton is responding to claims from his opponent, the incumbent, who suggested he is part of the 'Springfield political establishment' and less committed to social justice. Fenton asserts his record as a progressive leader, highlighting his work as a gay man fighting for equality, including being a founding member of the Center for Social Justice at Western New England University School of Law. He also points to his pro bono work for gender-affirming care institutions, environmental justice collaboratives, and racial justice non-profits. During his time on the City Council, he represented a diverse, majority-minority district and served five terms as City Council president. He has also taken legal action against the Mayor's administration twice, including a successful lawsuit to reinstate a Police Commission in Springfield ...

Senator Markey and Representative Moulton Campaigns Highlight Generational Divide in Massachusetts Senate Race

Senator Markey and Representative Moulton Campaigns Highlight Generational Divide in Massachusetts Senate Race

The Massachusetts Senate primary race between incumbent Senator Ed Markey and challenger U.S. Representative Seth Moulton is intensifying, with both campaigns employing distinct strategies that underscore a generational divide within the Democratic Party. Senator Markey, 80, is leveraging his extensive 50-year political record and strong progressive credentials, campaigning alongside prominent figures like Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Elizabeth Warren, and U.S. Representative Ayanna Pressley. His strategy emphasizes his experience and legislative achievements, particularly in areas like climate change and healthcare. In contrast, Representative Moulton, 47, is focusing on a message of 'generational change,' arguing that it's time for new leadership. He is engaging directly with voters in smaller settings, presenting himself as a candidate who can bring a fresh perspective to contemporary issues. This 'split-screen' approach highlights Markey's reliance on institutional support and progressive bona fides...

Massachusetts Woman Arrested for Allegedly Filming Jurors in Lindsay Clancy Trial

Massachusetts Woman Arrested for Allegedly Filming Jurors in Lindsay Clancy Trial

Dawn Light, a 56-year-old woman from Sutton, Massachusetts, was arrested outside Plymouth Superior Court for allegedly filming jurors in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial. The arrest occurred on Tuesday afternoon, around 3:40 p.m., according to the Massachusetts State Police. While state police did not explicitly link the arrest to the Clancy trial, sources informed CBS Boston reporter Kristin Rex that an individual, not affiliated with the media, was apprehended for filming jurors. Jurors reportedly witnessed the filming taking place. Light is scheduled to be arraigned on Wednesday on one charge of intimidation of a witness, jurors, or person furnishing information in connection with criminal proceedings. This incident unfolded as the jury in the Clancy trial, composed of nine women and three men, entered its 23rd hour of deliberations and had previously informed the judge they were deadlocked. Judge William Sullivan instructed the jury to continue deliberations despite the deadlock.

Club for Growth PAC Endorses Chuck Gray for Wyoming's At-Large U.S. House Seat

Club for Growth PAC Endorses Chuck Gray for Wyoming's At-Large U.S. House Seat

The Club for Growth PAC has officially endorsed Chuck Gray in the race for Wyoming’s At-Large district in the U.S. House of Representatives. Gray is currently the Wyoming Secretary of State and a former Wyoming State Representative. He is seeking to fill the seat being vacated by Rep. Harriet Hageman, who is campaigning for the state’s U.S. Senate seat. David McIntosh, President of Club for Growth PAC, cited Gray's consistent record in Wyoming as a key factor for the endorsement, highlighting his opposition to higher spending, tax increases, and regulation, while supporting election integrity, term limits, and balanced budgets. Gray was also a 2022 Club for Growth Foundation Fellow. The Club for Growth PAC is known for its conservative stance and its affiliation with Club for Growth Action, which is described as the nation's largest conservative Super PAC. In 2024, candidates endorsed by the Club for Growth PAC achieved a 79% win rate in their elections.