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Republicans Target Democratic Primary in Wisconsin Governor Race

Republicans are trying to influence the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor by promoting state Rep. Francesca Hong, a progressive candidate. The GOP is spending over $2 million on ads that appear to attack her while boosting her appeal to Democratic voters. The primary is scheduled for August 11, 2026, and fundraising dynamics among the candidates are shifting as some drop out.

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Republicans are trying to influence the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor by promoting state Rep. Francesca Hong, a progressive candidate. The GOP is spending over $2 million on ads that appear to attack her while boosting her appeal to Democratic voters. The primary is scheduled for August 11, 2026, and fundraising dynamics among the candidates are shifting as some drop out.

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Morning Digest: Republicans are meddling in another Democratic primary. They haven't had much success.

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Republicans Target Democratic Primary in Wisconsin Governor Race