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The Primary Was Not the Final Word: Why Runoffs Keep Deciding Nominees
A first-place finish can still lead to a second election—with a smaller electorate and a different campaign.
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South Carolina
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The 2026 Senate Field Is Taking Shape. These Primaries Changed the Map
Open-seat victories in Michigan and Minnesota clarified two major contests, while late primaries and a South Carolina runoff leave part of the field unsettled.
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U.S. Population Growth Slowed to 0.5% as Net Migration Fell 54%
The Census Bureau estimates the country added 1.8 million people to reach 341.8 million, half the prior year's growth rate.