Peggy Flanagan: From Minnesota lieutenant governor to 2026 US Senate candidate

Peggy Flanagan is a member of Minnesota's Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL). (Getty Images via AFP)

Margaret “Peggy” Flanagan has emerged as a prominent leader in the state of Minnesota as she campaigns for Minnesota’s US Senate seat in the November 2026 midterm elections. A nominee of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party, she will be facing Republican candidate Michele Tafoya, a former sports broadcaster. As per her campaign website, if elected, she’ll … Read more

Jon Husted, the former lieutenant governor facing a key Senate battle against Sherrod Brown

Jon Husted's personal life has come into focus as he faces Democrat Sherrod Brown in the senatorial race in Ohio. (Facebook/Jon Husted for Senate)

Jon Allen Husted is back in the spotlight as he competes with Democrat Sherrod Brown in order to retain his Ohio Senate seat. He was appointed as a senator in January 2025 to fill a vacant seat after JD Vance became vice president. Husted has recently focused on issues including jobs, immigration, energy costs, AI … Read more

Shawn Oliver, GOP nominee for Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor, suspends campaign after OUI arrest and crash

New Bedford City Councilor Shawn Oliver withdrew his lieutenant governor campaign after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and other driving offenses. (AP)

Shawn Oliver, the Republican nominee for the position of lieutenant governor in Massachusetts, announced his withdrawal from the electoral contest on Sunday subsequent to his apprehension in connection with an alleged driving under the influence incident. New Bedford City Councilor Shawn Oliver withdrew his lieutenant governor campaign after being arrested on suspicion of driving under … Read more

Dale Caldwell girlfriend: NJ lieutenant governor misconduct investigation reveals bombshell details

Dale Caldwell resigned after a New Jersey investigation found sexual harassment and ethics violations. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell resigned from his post on Friday, a day after Governor Mikie Sherrill released a report on an investigation that found he had engaged in sexual harassment and violated state ethics rules. Dale Caldwell resigned after a New Jersey investigation found sexual harassment and ethics violations. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) The … Read more

Dale Caldwell girlfriend: NJ lieutenant governor misconduct investigation reveals bombshell details

Dale Caldwell resigned after a New Jersey investigation found sexual harassment and ethics violations. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell resigned from his post on Friday, a day after Governor Mikie Sherrill released a report on an investigation that found he had engaged in sexual harassment and violated state ethics rules. Dale Caldwell resigned after a New Jersey investigation found sexual harassment and ethics violations. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) The … Read more

Connor Overstreet family: Coast Guard Lieutenant dies in Washington random shooting, reward offered to find suspect

A US Coast Guard officer, Lieutenant Connor Overstreet, was killed in a random shooting in Washington. (mads_sauce/Instagram)

A US Coast Guard officer lost his life during an apparent random shooting incident in Washington state, prompting police to initiate a manhunt for the alleged shooter. A US Coast Guard officer, Lieutenant Connor Overstreet, was killed in a random shooting in Washington. (mads_sauce/Instagram) Coast Guard Lieutenant Connor Overstreet was tragically shot shortly before 12:40 … Read more

Peggy Flanagan net worth and family: What to know after Minnesota lieutenant governor wins Democrat Senate primary

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has won the Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) primary for the US Senate, hence moving a step closer to representing Minnesota in Washington. (Stephen Maturen/Getty Images/AFP)

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has won the Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) primary for the US Senate, hence moving a step closer to representing Minnesota in Washington. The victory comes after months of fundraising and campaigning following her Senate bid announcement in early 2025. Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has won the Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) primary for the … Read more