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Competitive Virginia races could play a critical role in the battle for Congress

Competitive Virginia races could play a critical role in the battle for Congress

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s marquee matchups for U.S. House races in Tuesday’s election feature tight contests in a district being vacated by three-term Democratic U.S. Rep.
In Maryland, competitive US House race focuses on abortion, economy and immigration

In Maryland, competitive US House race focuses on abortion, economy and immigration

FREDERICK, Md. (AP) — In Maryland’s most competitive U.S. House race, voters on Tuesday will decide whether the sprawling 6th Congressional District will flip red after being represented by Democrats for over a decade.
US Sen. Tim Kaine fights for a 3rd term in Virginia against GOP challenger Hung Cao

US Sen. Tim Kaine fights for a 3rd term in Virginia against GOP challenger Hung Cao

Democratic U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia is vying for a third term against a GOP challenger who is trying to become the first Republican in the state since 2002 to win a seat to the upper chamber.
Hogan and Alsobrooks face off in Maryland race that could sway US Senate control

Hogan and Alsobrooks face off in Maryland race that could sway US Senate control

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — For years in deep-blue Maryland, U.S. Senate races often have been blowouts for solid Democratic incumbents against little-known Republicans, without much chance of an upset or control of the chamber potentially at stake.

3-term Democratic lawmaker tries to hold key US Senate seat in GOP-friendly Montana

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Three-term incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen.
Montana Rep. Zooey Zephyr must win reelection to return to the House floor after 2023 sanction

Montana Rep. Zooey Zephyr must win reelection to return to the House floor after 2023 sanction

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr is seeking reelection in a race that could allow the transgender lawmaker to return to the House floor nearly two years after she was silenced and sanctioned by her Republican colleagues.
The top US House races in Oregon garnering national attention

The top US House races in Oregon garnering national attention

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — One of the most competitive U.S. House races in the country is playing out in Oregon, where the state’s GOP-held 5th Congressional District is among just over two dozen seats nationwide that are considered toss ups.
Democratic mayors in San Francisco and Oakland fight to keep their jobs on Election Day

Democratic mayors in San Francisco and Oakland fight to keep their jobs on Election Day

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Voters are deciding whether to reelect San Francisco Mayor London Breed — the first Black woman in the role — or to pick one of her four challengers in a pricey and competitive race that's heated up over homelessness and public s
Abortion and open primaries are on the ballot in Nevada. What to know about the key 2024 measures

Abortion and open primaries are on the ballot in Nevada. What to know about the key 2024 measures

LAS VEGAS (AP) — It’s been more than three decades since Nevada voters overwhelmingly approved a law allowing abortions until 24 weeks of pregnancy. Now they must decide if they want to make it a constitutional right.
Two Democratic leaders seek reelection in competitive races in New Mexico

Two Democratic leaders seek reelection in competitive races in New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democratic U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is seeking a second term in New Mexico’s swing district along the U.S.-Mexico border, in a rematch against the Republican he ousted in 2022.