More than $200 million later, Tom Steyer’s second bid for elected office is done

Billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer’s bid for governor of California is the second time he has spent more than nine figures in an unsuccessful attempt to win public office. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. NBC News projected Tuesday that former conservative commentator Steve Hilton advanced…

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Sen. Lindsey Graham wins GOP primary, defeating wealthy challenger in South Carolina

Sen. Lindsey Graham has won his Republican primary in South Carolina, NBC News projects, after he spent millions to secure the nomination. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Graham faced multiple primary challengers Tuesday, but the biggest threat came from self-funding businessman Mark Lynch, who lent…

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Key test for Democrats in Maine

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Lombardo, Ford shift focus to general election after Nevada governor primary wins

Nevada Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo and Democrat Aaron Ford have won their primaries, NBC News projects, officially setting up what’s expected to be one of the most competitive gubernatorial contests in the fall. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Lombardo, the former Clark County sheriff, easily…

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Maine House district 2 winner LePage sets up major race with Democrats still awaiting nominee

Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage is moving onto the general election in Maine’s 2nd District, NBC News projects, as the crowded Democratic field in one of the country’s most important battleground districts remains unresolved ahead of a ranked choice voting tabulation. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive…

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Republican Steve Hilton to face Democrat Xavier Becerra in California governor’s race

Former Fox News host Steve Hilton has advanced to the general election in the California gubernatorial race, NBC News projects, where he will face former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Hilton, a Republican, emerged from a crowded primary…

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