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Georgia Runoffs Loom; Democrats Eye PA Flips, Trump Backs Kentucky

5/20/2026

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Georgia Primaries Prompt Runoffs

Georgia primaries saw unprecedented fundraising and a roughly 15% Democratic turnout edge, pushing several contests to June runoffs.
On May 18-19 2026, voters in Georgia, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Idaho, Kentucky and Oregon cast primary ballots for party nominees.
Democrats aim to flip four Pennsylvania House seats; Governor Josh Shapiro backs candidates in districts 1, 7, 8, 10.
In Kentucky, Rep. Thomas Massie faces Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein, reflecting President Donald Trump’s influence.

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Republicans Gerrymander

Court rulings that weakened the Voting Rights Act have spurred aggressive Republican gerrymandering, shrinking competitive House districts.
Democrats lead generic congressional ballot by 7.2 points, the strongest early advantage since 2006.
Voters in Georgia, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Idaho, Kentucky and Oregon cast primary ballots on May 18-19, 2026.
Energy experts warn prices may stay high even after an Iran nuclear deal, adding pressure.

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Georgia Primaries Prompt Runoffs

Georgia primaries saw unprecedented fundraising and a roughly 15% Democratic turnout edge, pushing several contests to June runoffs.
On May 18-19 2026, voters in Georgia, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Idaho, Kentucky and Oregon cast primary ballots for party nominees.
Democrats aim to flip four Pennsylvania House seats; Governor Josh Shapiro backs candidates in districts 1, 7, 8, 10.
In Kentucky, Rep. Thomas Massie faces Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein, reflecting President Donald Trump’s influence.

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