Primary elections in Minnesota and Wisconsin this month are laying the groundwork for tightly contested November races as both major parties maneuver to strengthen their congressional majorities.
In Michigan, progressive Abdul El-Sayed edged out moderate Representative Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary two weeks ago. Stevens quickly threw her support behind El-Sayed for the general election against former GOP Representative Mike Rogers. She is scheduled to appear on Fox News's "The Sunday Briefing" this weekend.
Meanwhile, in Wisconsin, democratic socialist Francesca Hong lost the gubernatorial primary to David Crowley, who will face Republican Representative Tom Tiffany in the fall. Crowley has sought to distance himself from Hong's more radical positions, including her past calls to abolish the Senate and defund the police, which drew criticism from both parties. Republican leaders have voiced concerns about the rise of far-left candidates this cycle.
Vice President JD Vance cautioned his party against writing off younger voters drawn to democratic socialist platforms, urging Republicans to better address economic anxieties. RNC Chair Joe Gruters will discuss the party's midterm strategy on Fox News's "Sunday Morning Futures."
In Massachusetts, Representative Seth Moulton is challenging incumbent Senator Ed Markey, tapping into anti-establishment sentiment. Moulton has criticized Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for protecting incumbents in safe Democratic seats, arguing that resources should go toward competitive battlegrounds. Markey, who is 80, has also declined to back Schumer for leader, insisting that the freshness of ideas matters more than age. Both candidates will appear on ABC's "This Week" ahead of the September 1 primary.
On the foreign policy front, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the Trump administration will impose heavy economic sanctions on Iran next week amid stalled negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. has already enforced a naval blockade and existing sanctions, and President Trump has controversially declared the strait "a territory of the United States," despite shared jurisdiction with Oman and Iran. Representative Don Bacon, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, will discuss the conflict on CBS's "Face the Nation."
Democrats have also pressed the administration over reported food shortages, rationing, and mental health issues among sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for over 260 days. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the conditions "a disgrace" and urged an end to what he termed "the reckless war of choice in Iran." Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao announced Friday that the Lincoln will return home as part of a planned rotation, with the USS George Washington slated to replace it.
Attorney General Todd Blanche, narrowly confirmed by the Senate last week, will appear on multiple Sunday shows to address questions about his performance and the department's direction. His nomination was secured with last-minute support from outgoing Senator Bill Cassidy, who had earlier expressed skepticism. Cassidy is also scheduled for interviews on CNN and ABC.
Other notable guests this Sunday include Pennsylvania State Representative Chris Rabb, Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky, Governor Wes Moore of Maryland, and Representative Ro Khanna. The full guest list spans all major networks, reflecting the high-stakes political environment heading into November.
