LIVE: Election Results – Alabama, D.C., Georgia, Oklahoma (and CA-14!)
Tonight’s primaries and runoffs deliver a mix of Senate showdowns, local mayoral fights, and a special House contest, with key Republican tests in Alabama, Georgia, and Oklahoma alongside a special election in California and a mayoral primary in D.C.
Alabama’s spotlight is on U.S. Senate runoffs across both parties, but the practical drama centers on the GOP side. Whoever wins the Republican nomination will likely head into November with a real advantage in a deep-red state, and the matchup between Rep. Barry Moore, backed by former President Trump, and Jared Hudson is drawing attention from national conservatives. Voters there will decide whether a Trump-endorsed standard-bearer keeps momentum for the America First agenda in the Senate.
California’s special election for the vacated CA-14 seat offers a different tempo, with the winner finishing out Eric Swalwell’s term. This race tests how a special contest compares with the crowded top-tier general election two weeks ago and whether any candidate can consolidate support quickly. Counting timelines in California mean we may not know the final picture for a while, so patience will be required from observers and the campaigns alike.
Turn to D.C., and the mayoral primary is the main event, as the city chooses a successor to Muriel Bowser. Local politics in the capital can ripple outward, especially when national media and activist groups pile in, so precinct-level organization matters more than flashy headlines. Expect the D.C. race to spotlight municipal issues like public safety and budgeting, areas where conservative critiques of urban governance will continue to land with the GOP base.
Georgia is packed with decisive contests that matter for the Senate majority fight in November. The top Senate runoff features Rep. Mike Collins against Derek Dooley, with Collins carrying a Trump endorsement and the spotlight of national Republican strategists. Governor’s runoff between Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, another Trump and Kemp-backed figure, and Rick Jackson will test whether establishment and populist wings of the party can stay aligned ahead of the fall.
Beyond those headline matchups, Georgia’s ballot includes runoffs for lieutenant governor, secretary of state, and a GOP House primary in the 11th district, each of which shapes the state’s political map. Every one of these nominations narrows the field for November and helps define the party’s message on election integrity and economic policy. The stakes are obvious: winning these primaries keeps momentum on our side as the midterms approach.
Oklahoma’s governor’s race features five contenders and may well head to a runoff, which would extend the nominating fight into the summer. Voters will also pick a Republican nominee to replace the Senate seat vacated by Markwayne Mullin, now at DHS, and that primary will reveal who conservative voters trust to defend border security and energy independence. State contests like these are where national policy debates meet local concerns, and Republican voters often reward clear, results-focused proposals.
Here are the poll-closing times to keep in mind across the states hosting contests tonight:
- Alabama — 8:00 PM Eastern/7:00 PM Central
- California — 11:00 PM Eastern
- D.C. — 8:00 PM Eastern
- Georgia — 7:00 PM Eastern
- Oklahoma — 8:00 PM Eastern
As returns filter in, the headlines to watch are the Alabama GOP outcome, Georgia’s Senate and gubernatorial runoffs, and whether Oklahoma’s governor race short-circuits into another round. These contests will affect Senate math and gubernatorial control, and they matter for conservative priorities from judicial confirmations to federal spending restraint. The party’s ability to defend its gains depends on strong turnout and a clear message tying local fights to national policy wins.
Expect some late nights and incremental reporting, especially out of California, where vote counting can drag for days. Campaigns with superior ground games and disciplined turnout operations typically pull ahead in these conditions, and that advantage often comes from local organization rather than big ad buys. For Republicans, proving we can execute on Election Day and in the days after is as important as winning any single contest.
Pay attention to endorsements and who they helped, because tonight’s results will shape narratives going into November. High-profile backing, including from former President Trump in several races, is designed to unify voters behind nominees who will defend conservative policy on immigration, the economy, and national security. If those endorsements move the needle, expect similar strategies from GOP leaders nationwide.
Short-term implications will hit the headlines immediately, but the longer arc matters most: which nominees can win in competitive environments and stand up in Washington. The mix of Senate, House, gubernatorial, and municipal contests being decided tonight will feed into the midterm battleground map and shape messaging for the months ahead. Conservative voters are watching for candidates who will follow through on promises and deliver fiscal sanity and strong borders.
Editor’s Note: The 2026 Midterms will determine the fate of President Trump’s America First agenda. Republicans must maintain control of both chambers of Congress.


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