Democratic fields are shifting; G.O.P. bank accounts are growing

From Maine to Wisconsin, Democratic primaries have been upended as G.O.P. incumbents and super PACs continue stockpiling cash ahead of 2026.

Jul 20, 2026

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U.S. Senator Susan Collins of Maine walks in the annual Moxie Day Parade on July 11, 2026. (Photo by Scott Eisen/Stringer via Getty Images)

Even as party leaders in Maine move quickly to unite behind a candidate after Graham Platner’s departure, Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor has gone sideways. Meanwhile, fundraising reports from candidates …

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