Key Takeaways From the May 14 Primaries

On May 14, three states—Maryland, Nebraska, and West Virginia—held primary contests for Democrats and Republicans.

A voting site during the primary election in Elkridge, Md., on May 14, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

Republican candidates West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice and former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan scored decisive U.S. Senate primary victories on May 14 in their home states, setting up a path to flip two Democrat-held seats in November.

While most of the contests concluded as predicted, the night did not end without its share of surprises. Democrat voters in Maryland picked a local county executive over a well-funded bid by Rep. David Trone (D-Md.). Meanwhile, voters in Maryland, West Virginia, and Nebraska continue to signal potential weaknesses for both former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden.