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Helena Foulkes Defeats Incumbent Governor Dan McKee in Rhode Island Democratic Primary
Just the facts
Former retail executive Helena Foulkes defeated incumbent Governor Dan McKee to win the Democratic nomination for governor of Rhode Island. McKee became the first sitting governor across the United States to lose a primary election in eight years. The primary contest centered substantially on the state administration's management and extended repair timeline for the Washington Bridge in Providence. Foulkes advances to the November general election to contest the gubernatorial office.
Why this is news
Helena Foulkes defeated sitting Governor Dan McKee in Rhode Island's Democratic gubernatorial primary election on September 9, 2026.
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