Helena Foulkes defeated incumbent Dan McKee in the Democratic primary for governor of Rhode Island, as reported by the Associated Press on September 10, 2026. Foulkes criticized McKee's handling of the Washington bridge in Providence, which is now expected to be completed in 2028. This marks the first time in nearly a decade that a sitting governor has lost a primary election.
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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee Loses Democratic Primary to Helena Foulkes
Helena Foulkes won the Democratic primary for governor of Rhode Island, defeating incumbent Dan McKee. McKee's loss is attributed to criticism over his management of the Washington bridge project in Providence, which is projected to be completed in 2028.
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Rhode Island’s Democratic governor loses primary amid anger over bridge
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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee Loses Democratic Primary to Helena Foulkes