Overview
- Georgia sets a May 19 GOP primary as Sen. Jon Ossoff faces a crowded Republican field featuring Reps. Buddy Carter and Mike Collins in a state Trump won in 2024.
- Michigan’s open seat draws a competitive Democratic primary with Abdul El-Sayed, Mallory McMorow and Rep. Haley Stevens, while former Rep. Mike Rogers is a notable Republican; the primary is Aug. 4.
- Minnesota’s race to replace Tina Smith has eight Republican candidates including Royce White and prominent Democrats Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, with the primary on Aug. 10.
- Iowa became a true open contest after Sen. Joni Ernst bowed out, with Rep. Ashley Hinson declared on the GOP side and Democrats Zach Wahls and Josh Turek in the field; voters go to the polls June 2.
- North Carolina prepares for a March 3 primary in the race to succeed Sen. Thom Tillis, with a potential marquee matchup between Republican Michael Whatley and Democrat Roy Cooper.