NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade
Progressive candidates challenge establishment in Wisconsin and Minnesota Democratic primaries
Progressive candidates are mounting final challenges against establishment-backed Democrats in Wisconsin’s gubernatorial primary and Minnesota’s U.S. Senate primary ahead of Tuesday’s elections. The races follow a period of political volatility, including a campaign finance scandal in Wisconsin and intense public protests over federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
Voters in Wisconsin and Minnesota will decide whether to nominate progressive or -aligned candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, potentially shifting the Democratic party's platform in both states.
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Who's Mentioned
personMandela Barnes“Dropped out of the Wisconsin gubernatorial race on July 29.”personFrancesca Hong“Democratic socialist running in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary.”personTony Evers“Endorsed David Crowley for Wisconsin governor.”organizationRight Direction Wisconsin PAC“Used by the RGA to fund ads in the Wisconsin primary.”personDavid Crowley“Milwaukee County Executive running for Wisconsin governor.”personAngie Craig“Moderate candidate in the Minnesota U.S. Senate primary.”personTom Tiffany“Republican candidate for November election.”personTodd Blanche“Confirmed by the Senate to lead the Justice Department.”personPeggy Flanagan“Progressive candidate in the Minnesota U.S. Senate primary.”personSara Rodriguez“Ended her candidacy amid a campaign finance scandal.”organizationRepublican Governors Association“Spent nearly $3.6 million via Right Direction Wisconsin PAC.”personDonald Trump“Scheduled to swear in Todd Blanche as attorney general.”