Tuesday is a big primary day. Here are key races to watch
Tuesday marks a significant primary day with elections in six states, including California and Iowa. Both states are witnessing competitive gubernatorial primaries, with implications for the Democratic Party's control of Congress. Voters in California will select candidates for the general election from a crowded field, while Iowa's Democratic voters face a crucial Senate race.
- ▪Six states, including California and Iowa, hold elections on Tuesday.
- ▪California's unique primary system allows the top two vote-getters to advance to the general election, regardless of party affiliation.
- ▪In Iowa, Democrats are vying for a key Senate seat, while the gubernatorial race presents a significant opportunity for the party.
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Elections Tuesday is a big primary day. Here are key races to watch June 2, 20265:00 AM ET Saige Miller An "I Voted" sign points to a Vote Center on June 1, 2026 in Los Angeles. Mario Tama/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Mario Tama/Getty Images Six states, California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, South Dakota and New Mexico, hold elections on Tuesday. Most of the attention is on California and Iowa, where there are competitive primaries for governor. In both states, the Democratic Party also sees a road map to control of Congress in the fall. In California's unique primary system, voters send the top two vote-getters to November's general election, regardless of candidates' political parties. Democratic Gov.
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