Primaries Test Democratic Party and 'Red Alert' After Colombia Earthquake: Morning Rundown Progressive Democrats face critical tests in Tuesday’s primary elections as ideological and generational divides within the party come to the forefront. In Wisconsin, state Rep. Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, is vying for the governor’s seat, positioning herself as a major opportunity for her movement. Her campaign, which has secured a substantial polling lead, faces off against Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, who aims to unite the party’s establishment wing. Meanwhile, in Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, a progressive advocate, challenges moderate Rep. Angie Craig, whose 2018 Senate race victory is cited as evidence of her ability to retain Democratic control of the seat. South Carolina’s Republicans will select a new Senate nominee following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, with President Donald Trump endorsing his sister, Darline Graham, though a runoff remains possible due to a crowded field. Additional primary races are set in Vermont, Connecticut, and Alabama, where voters in newly mapped House districts will test Trump’s influence through endorsements. In the broader political landscape, a U.S. military intelligence assessment reveals a strategic shift in Iran’s priorities, moving away from its nuclear program toward the Strait of Hormuz. The report, shared with two U.S. officials, indicates that Tehran’s focus has intensified on securing control of the critical waterway, which is vital for global oil shipments. Trump has been informed that a U.S. military campaign to seize the strait would be lengthy, costly, and fraught with uncertainty, with no guarantee of success. Despite ongoing negotiations between Iran and Oman, the U.S.#lindsey_graham #francesca_hong #david_crowley #peggy_flanagan #angie_craig
