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Sen. Ed Markey Defeats Rep. Seth Moulton in Massachusetts Democratic Senate Primary

Sen. Ed Markey secured victory in the Massachusetts Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, fending off a challenge from Rep. Seth Moulton. Despite facing a nearly 2-1 ad spending disadvantage, Markey successfully defended his seat by highlighting his support for policies such as the Green New Deal and "Medicare for All." Other notable results from the Massachusetts primary include the victory of Kevin Hayden for Suffolk County District Attorney. Rep. Stephen Lynch and U.S. Rep. Richard Neal also advanced to the general election, while Rep. Bill Keating and Minority Whip Katherine Clark also secured their spots on the November ballot. In the Republican primary for governor, Mike Minogue emerged as the frontrunner. Meanwhile, the administration announced that President Trump will host a Rose Garden dinner for Republican lawmakers in competitive races. President Trump also stated that he will travel to Alaska to campaign for GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan. The administration also noted that the group Securing American Greatness launched new TV ads featuring Dana White and President Trump. These ads highlight the president's efforts to cut taxes and lower prices for eggs and prescription drugs.

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