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Democrats Eye Early Primaries Post-Michigan Boos; Minnesota Senate Endorsement Battles

5/28/2026

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Democratic officials are debating replacing conventions with earlier primaries after the Michigan convention in May 2026 erupted in boos.
Abdul El-Said and Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet condemned the hostile tone, urged Democrats to back candidates without punitive attacks, and said President Donald Trump benefits from conflict.
In Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig compete for the DFL Senate endorsement, with Flanagan favored to win the August primary.

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Story summary

Democratic officials are debating replacing conventions with earlier primaries after the Michigan convention in May 2026 erupted in boos.
Abdul El-Said and Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet condemned the hostile tone, urged Democrats to back candidates without punitive attacks, and said President Donald Trump benefits from conflict.
In Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig compete for the DFL Senate endorsement, with Flanagan favored to win the August primary.