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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee defeated in Democratic primary by Helena Buonanno Foulkes
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee lost the Democratic primary to Helena Buonanno Foulkes on September 9, 2026. Foulkes secured 62.5% of the votes compared to McKee's 37.5%, making McKee the first incumbent governor in years to lose renomination. Foulkes' campaign was marked by significant advertising and public dissatisfaction with McKee's handling of local infrastructure issues.
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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee lost the Democratic primary to Helena Buonanno Foulkes on September 9, 2026. Foulkes secured 62.5% of the votes compared to McKee's 37.5%, making McKee the first incumbent governor in years to lose renomination. Foulkes' campaign was marked by significant advertising and public dissatisfaction with McKee's handling of local infrastructure issues.
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