Washington and Kansas Primaries Set Stage for November Elections

Key retirements and crowded fields bring new dynamics to both states' political landscapes.

Washington's gubernatorial race features 28 candidates, including Attorney General Bob Ferguson.
Kansas' 2nd Congressional District sees a competitive GOP primary to replace Rep. Jake LaTurner.
Washington's 3rd Congressional District, flipped by Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez in 2022, is a Republican target.
Kansas' 3rd Congressional District has a GOP primary to challenge Democratic Rep. Sharice Davids.
Both states conduct primaries with unique systems and key counties influencing outcomes.