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Republican Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming speaks at a hearing held by the House Jan. 6 committee. Cheney, who serves as vice chair of the committee, is facing a likely defeat in Tuesday's GOP primary in Wyoming.

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Liz Cheney is facing a likely primary defeat in Wyoming. Here's why

5:01am August 16, 2022

by Domenico Montanaro

Cheney, who has spoken out clearly against former President Donald Trump, is down by 20 points in primary polls — and her approval ratings are in the tank among Wyoming Republicans.

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Will Trump's endorsements be a boost to candidates come fall?

8:04am August 13, 2022

by Don Gonyea

Trump-endorsed candidates have done well in key party primaries so far, but they may prove to be too extreme when they come before the general electorate this fall.

Tim Michels, Wisconsin Republican candidate for governor, right, speaks as former President Donald Trump listens at a rally Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, in Waukesha, Wisc.

With Trump's backing, Michels wins the Wisconsin GOP primary for governor

11:36pm August 09, 2022

by Shawn Johnson

Republican Tim Michels, a construction executive endorsed by former President Donald Trump, will face Democratic Gov. Tony Evers in what could be a tight race for Wisconsin governor in November.

Some voters doubt the Los Angeles mayoral candidates' promises to solve homelessness

4:55pm August 09, 2022

by Anna Scott

The dominant issue in the Los Angeles mayor's race is homelessness. But a solution may not be in the mayor's hands. That leaves voters trying to make sense of candidates' promises for a solution.

Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021, Republican Gov. Phil Scott wears a mask as he takes the Oath of Office on the steps of the Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier, Vt., beginning his third two-year term. Vermont is one of two states that holds elections for governor eve

It's primary day in Vermont. Why do voters there choose a governor every 2 years?

1:49pm August 09, 2022

by Bob Kinzel

Vermont's Republican governor, Phil Scott, is on the ballot today, just like he was in 2016, 2018 and 2020. Why is that and will it ever change?

From left, Rebecca Kleefisch, Tim Michels and Timothy Ramthun (not pictured) participate in a televised debate for the GOP nomination for Wisconsin governor on July 24 in Milwaukee.

Trump and Pence choose sides in the contentious GOP primary for Wisconsin governor

11:33am August 09, 2022

by Shawn Johnson

Wisconsin's Republican primary for governor between Tim Michels and Rebecca Kleefisch could determine the future of the GOP in the state and whether the party can defeat Gov. Tony Evers, a Democrat.

Pinal County Attorney Kent Volkmer listens to complaints while addressing Election Day ballot shortages in the county.

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Election issues in this Arizona county provide fodder for both political parties

5:21pm August 08, 2022

by Ben Giles

Last week's primary in Pinal County was marred by ballot issues, giving both Republicans and Democrats opportunity to push their respective narratives about election administration.

Ron DeSantis, seen speaking to reporters from Fox News in 2018 when he was running for governor of Florida, has been prominent in a recent trend of Republicans ignoring or actively avoiding mainstream press, particularly national outlets.

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Republicans have long feuded with the mainstream media. Now many are shutting them out

5:00am August 07, 2022

by Danielle Kurtzleben

A trend of GOP candidates ignoring or actively avoiding legacy media — particularly national outlets — is building this year. That can hamper voters' ability to make informed choices.

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Rep. Peter Meijer on his loss to Trump-endorsed challenger in Michigan primary

8:11am August 06, 2022

NPR's Scott Simon talks with U.S. Rep. Peter Meijer of Michigan about his loss in the Republican primary this week. His Trump-backed opponent received money from Democrats.

Week In Politics: Job growth in a shrinking economy

8:11am August 06, 2022

by Ron Elving

While the size of the economy shrank, the nation is still creating jobs at a surprising rate. Also, hedge fund managers end up ahead after negotiations on the Democrats' climate change bill.