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Gov Dan McKee faces primary rematch amid Washington Bridge construction delays
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee is facing a tough Democratic primary challenge from Helena Buonanno Foulkes, a former CVS executive, amid criticism over his handling of the Washington Bridge closure.
- The Washington Bridge, a key connection between Providence and East Providence, has been partially closed since December 2023 due to structural flaws, with reconstruction delayed until 2028, becoming a central issue in the gubernatorial race.
- McKee is also contending with voter dissatisfaction over high electricity rates and a severe affordable housing shortage in the state, factors that contribute to an anti-incumbent sentiment.
- Foulkes has outspent McKee nearly two-to-one in the primary campaign, while McKee accuses her of being an out-of-touch corporate candidate trying to buy the election.
- The Democratic primary winner is heavily favored to win the general election against Republican candidates Aaron Guckian or Elaine Pelino, as Rhode Island remains a solidly blue state.
