Massachusetts primary election ballot features Markey vs. Moulton and other key races

Key Points:

• Massachusetts is holding its 2026 primary election on Tuesday, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring key races including the U.S. Senate contest between Democrats Ed Markey and Seth Moulton.
• Incumbent Senator Ed Markey is seeking a third full term, emphasizing his progressive record, while challenger Seth Moulton, a Marine veteran and former presidential candidate, argues for generational change.
• Six Democrats are competing for the 6th Congressional District seat vacated by Moulton, and in the 8th District, Rep. Stephen Lynch faces a well-funded primary challenge from attorney Patrick Roath.
• The Republican primary for governor features businessman Mike Minogue against former MBTA chief Brian Shortsleeve, with the winner set to challenge incumbent Democratic Governor Maura Healey.
• Seven Democrats are running to replace Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey, focusing on key local issues such as the Karen Read trials and the Sandra Birchmore investigation.