# US primary elections: Key races in Kansas, Missouri, Virginia, Washington

Voters in four US states head to the polls for primary elections, setting the stage for November's general elections. The contests will determine nominees for key congressional, Senate, and gubernatorial races, with several highly competitive districts drawing national attention. Outcomes could signal voter sentiment on issues like abortion and economy ahead of the midterms.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/4/us-primaries-what-to-watch-in-kansas-missouri-virginia-washington?traffic_source=rss) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:47:40 +0000
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/5/michigan-missouri-washington-primary-elections-key-takeaways?traffic_source=rss) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:14:41 +0000