Senator Ed Markey, aged 80, has secured the Democratic nomination for the US Senate in Massachusetts, defeating Representative Seth Moulton, who is 47 years old. Moulton had argued that the party required new leadership. The primary took place on September 2, 2026.
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Sen. Ed Markey wins Democratic primary for US Senate in Massachusetts
Senator Ed Markey has won the Democratic primary for the US Senate in Massachusetts, defeating Representative Seth Moulton. Moulton had advocated for new leadership within the party.
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