Crowley Edges Out Hong in Wisconsin Democratic Gubernatorial Primary

Crowley Edges Out Hong in Wisconsin Democratic Gubernatorial Primary

David Crowley, the Milwaukee County Executive, narrowly defeated state Assemblywoman Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary on August 4, 2026, earning the endorsement of Governor Tony Evers and positioning himself as the party’s more electable candidate in the battleground state. Earlier in the campaign, Hong, a self-identified democratic socialist, had led the crowded primary and maintained a double-digit poll lead, while progressive groups rallied behind her and Republican-linked ads painted her as too liberal. The race reflected a growing ideological split within the Wisconsin Democratic Party, with progressives and moderates vying for the nomination, a dynamic echoed in simultaneous primaries in Minnesota and other Midwestern states.

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Slate Magazine • 17 अग 09:40

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated state Assemblywoman Francesca Hong in Wisconsin's gubernatorial primary, prompting discussion among Democrats about the effectiveness of recent progressive rhetoric.

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Massive polling misses in Wisconsin, Michigan primaries
Massive polling misses in Wisconsin, Michigan primaries

CNBC • 13 अग 12:30

Recent Democratic primaries in Wisconsin, Michigan and Minnesota showed large discrepancies between public polls, prediction-market odds and actual results, highlighting challenges for forecasters ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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David Crowley pulls off stunning comeback victory over Francesca Hong
David Crowley pulls off stunning comeback victory over Francesca Hong

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel • 12 अग 18:34

County Executive David Crowley won the Democratic primary for governor by a margin of less than half a percentage point, overturning early polls that had favored state representative Francesca Hong.

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David Crowley’s win sets up Wisconsin race with Trump-backed Tom Tiffany
David Crowley’s win sets up Wisconsin race with Trump-backed Tom Tiffany

AP News • 12 अग 18:08

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated Francesca Hong in the Democratic primary and will face Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, a staunch Trump supporter, in the Wisconsin governor's race.

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Democratic voters are making clear they just want change
Democratic voters are making clear they just want change

AP News • 12 अग 16:55

Recent primaries in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Connecticut saw progressive and younger challengers defeat established Democratic incumbents, signaling voter appetite for generational turnover rather than a clear ideological shift.

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Primary Elections Live Updates: Crowley, a Moderate Democrat, Defeats Hong in Wisconsin Primary for Governor
Primary Elections Live Updates: Crowley, a Moderate Democrat, Defeats Hong in Wisconsin Primary for Governor

nytimes.com • 12 अग 11:50

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated state representative Francesca Hong in Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor, securing the endorsement of Governor Tony Evers and positioning himself as the party's more electable candidate in the battleground state.

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Dem pulls establishment upset against socialist Francesca Hong in Wisconsin
Dem pulls establishment upset against socialist Francesca Hong in Wisconsin

Fox News • 12 अग 07:42

David Crowley defeated state Rep. Francesca Hong in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, positioning him to face Republican nominee Tom Tiffany in the November election.

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David Crowley pulls off upset over Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor
David Crowley pulls off upset over Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor

NBC News • 12 अग 07:39

David Crowley narrowly defeated state legislator Francesca Hong in Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor, securing 39.8% of the vote to Hong's 39.4% and setting up a general-election contest against Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany.

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Minnesota and Wisconsin primaries test Democratic progressive wing
Minnesota and Wisconsin primaries test Democratic progressive wing

foxnews.com • 12 अग 04:06

Progressive candidates secured nominations in Minnesota, while a Democratic socialist seeks the governorship in Wisconsin, where the primary outcome will test the left's momentum in a swing state.

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Democrats Francesca Hong and David Crowley locked in tight race for Wisconsin governor
Democrats Francesca Hong and David Crowley locked in tight race for Wisconsin governor

CNN • 12 अग 03:46

With about 87% of precincts reported, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley leads state Assemblymember Francesca Hong by roughly half a percentage point in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor.

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Primary elections underway in Minnesota, Wisconsin and more states
Primary elections underway in Minnesota, Wisconsin and more states

Fox News • 11 अग 17:25

Primary elections were held Tuesday in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Connecticut, Vermont and special races in South Carolina and Alabama, with candidates urging voters amid record absentee ballot submissions.

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Wisconsin's Democratic showdown between Francesca Hong and David Crowley and more races to watch today
Wisconsin's Democratic showdown between Francesca Hong and David Crowley and more races to watch today

CBS News • 11 अग 16:59

Primaries in six states on Tuesday feature competitive races for governor in Wisconsin, a Senate seat in Minnesota and a special primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina.

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Primaries in Wisconsin, Minnesota showcase Democratic divide
Primaries in Wisconsin, Minnesota showcase Democratic divide

AP News • 11 अग 13:39

In Tuesday's primaries, progressive state Rep. Francesca Hong leads the Democratic race for Wisconsin governor, while centrist Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan seeks the Minnesota Senate nomination, underscoring a growing left-right divide within the party.

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Progressives and establishment-backed Democrats set to clash in Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries - live
Progressives and establishment-backed Democrats set to clash in Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries - live

The Guardian • 11 अग 10:44

Democratic primaries in Wisconsin and Minnesota pit progressive candidates against centrist rivals, highlighting an ideological split within the party ahead of the November elections.

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Wisconsin considers democratic socialist for governor amid US wave of progressive wins
Wisconsin considers democratic socialist for governor amid US wave of progressive wins

The Guardian • 11 अग 10:15

State lawmaker Francesca Hong tops a four-candidate Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, while former Milwaukee County executive David Crowley rejoined the contest, framing the race around electability ahead of the November general election.

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Midwest primaries will again test power of progressive candidates : NPR
Midwest primaries will again test power of progressive candidates : NPR

NPR • 11 अग 09:00

Democratic primaries in Wisconsin and Minnesota spotlight the clash between progressive and moderate candidates, while Republicans field a mix of establishment and Trump-aligned contenders.

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Democratic socialist looks to win Wisconsin primary for governor
Democratic socialist looks to win Wisconsin primary for governor

AP News • 11 अग 04:00

State Assembly member Francesca Hong, a self-identified democratic socialist, is competing against the party-backed candidate in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor, while the winner will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in the November election.

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Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries next to feature clashes between progressive and establishment Democrats
Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries next to feature clashes between progressive and establishment Democrats

PBS Wisconsin • 11 अग 01:15

In Wisconsin and Minnesota, progressive candidates are challenging establishment-backed rivals ahead of Aug. 11 primaries, while Republicans invest in the contests to influence outcomes.

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As Francesca Hong surged, Democratic rivals held their fire: From the Politics Desk
As Francesca Hong surged, Democratic rivals held their fire: From the Politics Desk

NBC News • 10 अग 21:00

Francesca Hong has maintained a double-digit poll lead in Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary, facing limited direct criticism from fellow Democrats while a Republican-linked group has run ads labeling her too liberal.

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Francesca Hong, the progressive leading a ‘messy’ race for Wisconsin’s governor: ‘They’re tired of the status quo’
Francesca Hong, the progressive leading a ‘messy’ race for Wisconsin’s governor: ‘They’re tired of the status quo’

The Guardian • 10 अग 13:00

State Assemblymember Francesca Hong has emerged as the front-runner in Wisconsin's crowded Democratic primary for governor, despite criticism from party insiders and attacks on her past social-media posts.

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Progressive candidates in Wisconsin and Minnesota make final pushes
Progressive candidates in Wisconsin and Minnesota make final pushes

AP News • 10 अग 04:54

Democratic socialists and progressives are intensifying their campaigns in Wisconsin’s gubernatorial primary and Minnesota’s U.S. Senate primary as both states head to the ballot on Tuesday.

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