A Georgia special election runoff takes shape next week, while Colorado voters preview a criminal justice ballot measure and Republican lieutenants governor candidates jostle for position in the state's 2026 primary.
Georgia's 14th Congressional District: Harris-Fuller Runoff Set
Shawn Harris (D GA-14) and Clayton Fuller (R GA-14) will face off in an April 7 runoff after neither secured a majority in the March 10 special election. Harris led with 37.3 percent, while Fuller captured 34.9 percent, leaving a competitive general matchup ahead.
Georgia Lieutenant Governor Primary: Seven Republicans Compete
Seven Republican candidates are contesting Georgia's lieutenant governor primary on May 19, 2026, with Greg Dolezal, Steve Gooch, John Kennedy, and Blake Tillery leading in polling and media attention. Incumbent Lt. Governor Burt Jones opted out of reelection to pursue the governorship, opening the race.
Colorado 2026 Ballot: Mandatory Life Sentences for Child Trafficking
Colorado voters will decide Initiative 108 in November 2026, a ballot measure requiring life sentences without parole for individuals convicted of human trafficking children. The initiative would establish mandatory sentencing thresholds for child trafficking offenses under state law.
Polls
| NC Senate PPP (n=556 RV) | Cooper 47.00% · Whatley 44.00% |
| OH Senate Quantus Insights (n=784 LV) | Brown 44.00% · Husted 46.00% |
Follow the Money
```htmlMinnesota Senate: Craig Maintains Financial Advantage
Angie Craig (D MN-SEN) holds a substantial financial edge with 9.3 million in total receipts and 4.9 million in cash on hand, significantly outpacing the Republican field. Her 4.4 million in disbursements to date reflects active campaign spending, positioning her as the financial frontrunner in a race rated Lean D.
Margaret Flanagan (O MN-SEN), running as an independent, has raised 4.6 million but spent most of it, leaving only 1.1 million available. This burn rate suggests either intensive early spending or resource constraints heading into the final stretch. Michele Tafoya (R MN-SEN) has minimal spending despite raising 2.0 million, leaving 1.9 million in reserves—a pattern indicating either late-stage activation or limited campaign intensity.
The remaining Republican candidates—Adam Schwarze (R MN-SEN), Royce White (R MN-SEN), and others—operate at fractional funding levels, each under 1.2 million raised. The fragmented Republican fundraising landscape contrasts sharply with Craig's consolidated support and suggests no single GOP challenger has consolidated conservative donor backing.
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What to Watch
House Tossups in Arizona and California
Arizona's 1st District and Arizona's 6th District remain rated tossups by Cook Political Report, suggesting both seats are genuinely competitive heading into the election cycle. Similarly, California's 13th District and California's 22nd District are tossups, indicating potential shifts in Democratic-held seats. Monitor polling movement in these districts closely, as they will serve as bellwethers for broader House trends.
Senate Races: Georgia and Florida
Georgia's Senate race is rated Lean Democratic by Cook Political Report, while Florida's Senate race leans Likely Republican according to Sabato's Crystal Ball. The Georgia race remains fluid and worth tracking for any shifts that could signal statewide momentum changes.
Additional Competitive House Seats
California's 45th District and California's 47th District are rated Lean Republican, suggesting Republican gains on the coast remain possible. Colorado's 8th District and Iowa's 1st District also rate as Lean or Likely Republican, indicating potential Republican advantages in competitive suburban and rural areas.
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