Arizona’s Senator Ruben Gallego has emerged as a pivotal surrogate for the Democratic Party, aiming to reverse a 2024 slip in Latino support that accompanied Donald Trump’s election. Democrats hope Gallego’s influence can help reclaim a constituency vital to their electoral prospects.

In a personal and confrontational final debate, candidates for New Jersey’s governorship exchanged sharp accusations and tackled pressing issues such as taxes and opioids. One striking moment involved the admonition, “First of all, shame on you,” illustrating how charged this race has become.