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Early results show tight race between Rook, Trent for state senate

Early results show tight race between Rook, Trent for state senate

Sen. Curtis Trent faced a challenger in the Republican primary for his state senate seat — Lori Rook. See who's winning as results roll in.
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Missouri Primary Results Reflect Voter Sentiment on Amendment 5 and Political Establishment

Missouri Primary Results Reflect Voter Sentiment on Amendment 5 and Political Establishment

The recent Missouri primary elections revealed significant voter sentiment against Amendment 5, which was overwhelmingly defeated with only 16% support. The amendment, seen as a loyalty test for Republicans, was rejected by voters who also showed mixed reactions to anti-establishment candidates. While some incumbents like state Sen. Curtis Trent were defeated, others like House Speaker Jon Patterson secured victories. The results indicate a complex political landscape where voters are selective about their grievances and the candidates they support.
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Bill Hardwick Secures Republican Nomination for Missouri's 16th District Senate Seat

Bill Hardwick Secures Republican Nomination for Missouri's 16th District Senate Seat

State Representative Bill Hardwick has won the Republican nomination for Missouri's 16th District Senate seat, defeating fellow GOP candidates Don Mayhew and former Representative Hannah Kelly. Hardwick secured 43% of the vote, while Kelly and Mayhew garnered 31% and 22%, respectively. The district, which includes Phelps and Pulaski counties, is predominantly Republican, suggesting a strong likelihood of Hardwick winning the seat in the upcoming general election. The seat became available as the incumbent, Justin Brown, reached his term limit. The primary race was marked by significant campaign activity, including attack ads focusing on Hardwick's stance on the legalization of video lottery terminals, a position he defended publicly. Hardwick will face Democrat Virginia Staabs in the November election, who ran unopposed for her party's nomination.
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Missouri Voters Overwhelmingly Reject GOP Amendment to Restrict Ballot Measures

Missouri Voters Overwhelmingly Reject GOP Amendment to Restrict Ballot Measures

Missouri voters decisively rejected Amendment 4, a Republican-backed measure that would have made it more difficult to pass citizen-sponsored ballot initiatives. The amendment, which required a majority vote in each congressional district rather than a simple statewide majority, was defeated by an 80.3% to 19.7% margin. The measure was seen as a response to recent progressive initiatives passed by voters, including those on marijuana legalization and Medicaid expansion.
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The Latest: Michigan awaits outcome of fierce Democratic Senate primary

The Latest: Michigan awaits outcome of fierce Democratic Senate primary

The Democratic Senate race between Rep. Haley Stevens and former public health official Abdul El-Sayed is one of the clearest tests yet of the party’s future
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Missouri Voters Reject Republican-Backed Ballot Measures on Taxes and Legislative Power

Missouri Voters Reject Republican-Backed Ballot Measures on Taxes and Legislative Power

In the recent primary elections, Missouri voters decisively rejected two Republican-backed ballot measures. Amendment 4, which aimed to make it more difficult for voters to bypass the Republican-led legislature, was opposed by 80% of voters. Similarly, Amendment 5, which proposed the elimination of state income taxes, was rejected by 83% of voters. These measures were part of a broader Republican strategy to counteract progressive policies that have been advanced through citizen-initiated ballot measures in recent years, such as Medicaid expansion and minimum wage increases.
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Missouri voters reject ballot measure to eliminate the state income tax

Missouri voters reject ballot measure to eliminate the state income tax

U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell has won a rematch in a Democratic primary against former U.S. Rep. Cori Bush
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Missouri Congressman Mark Alford Secures Republican Nomination Amidst Strong Support

Missouri Congressman Mark Alford Secures Republican Nomination Amidst Strong Support

Missouri Congressman Mark Alford has successfully secured the Republican nomination for Missouri's 4th Congressional District. Alford, a former Fox 4 anchor in Kansas City, won decisively against two political newcomers, Heather Shelton and Scott Vincent Vera, garnering 75% of the vote. President Trump celebrated Alford's victory on Truth Social, to which Alford responded with gratitude on X. Alford has been a close ally to President Trump and holds an 85% lifetime score from the conservative advocacy group Heritage Action. Despite recent redistricting efforts by Republican lawmakers in Jefferson City, which aimed to challenge Kansas City's longtime Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, the district remains strongly Republican.
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Rep. Lisa McClain Highlights Voter Turnout Importance in Michigan GOP Campaign

Rep. Lisa McClain Highlights Voter Turnout Importance in Michigan GOP Campaign

U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Bruce Township) participated in a campaign event alongside John James, a Republican candidate for Michigan's gubernatorial race. The event, held in Harrison Township, focused on rallying support against the Democratic ticket. McClain emphasized the significance of voter turnout in the upcoming election, describing it as a 'turnout election.' The event was part of a series of campaign stops leading up to the primary election, with James hosting a 'Primary Eve Party' and Perry Johnson, another candidate, holding a rally in Novi. Johnson, who has invested heavily in his campaign, expressed confidence in his financial strength to challenge Democratic incumbent Jocelyn Benson. He criticized James for lacking financial resources, despite James leading in polls and having President Trump's endorsement.
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Missouri Voters Reject GOP-Led Effort to Raise Bar for Constitutional Amendments

Missouri Voters Reject GOP-Led Effort to Raise Bar for Constitutional Amendments

Missouri voters have blocked a Republican-led initiative to make it more difficult to pass citizen-led constitutional amendments. The proposed Amendment 4 would have required such initiatives to win a majority in each of Missouri's congressional districts, rather than a simple statewide majority. This measure was seen as a response to recent progressive amendments passed in the state, including those on abortion rights and Medicaid expansion. The campaign against the amendment was well-funded, with opponents spending over $6 million on ads. The rejection of this measure maintains the current process, which allows voters to legislate directly through ballot initiatives.
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What to watch in the Aug. 4 primaries: Michigan Senate race tests Democrats' path forward

What to watch in the Aug. 4 primaries: Michigan Senate race tests Democrats' path forward

Michigan’s marquee Democratic Senate primary, testing whether the party wants a progressive standard-bearer or an establishment-backed pick with government experience, tops Tuesday’s list of must-watch elections