Markey wins Massachusetts Democrats’ endorsement as Moulton clears ballot hurdle in Senate race
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton has secured enough delegate support to appear on the Massachusetts primary ballot, challenging incumbent U.S. Sen. Ed Markey. Markey won the Massachusetts Democrats' endorsement with nearly 73% of the delegate support. The Senate primary is closely watched as it highlights generational change and differing views within the Democratic Party.
- ▪Seth Moulton received nearly 27% of the delegate support while Ed Markey received over 50%.
- ▪Markey emphasized the need for progressive policies and criticized Moulton's past comments on transgender issues.
- ▪The Massachusetts Senate primary is scheduled for September 1.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onMarkey wins Massachusetts Democrats’ endorsement as Moulton clears ballot hurdle in Senate raceU.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, a moderate Massachusetts Democrat, has secured enough delegate support to appear on the state’s primary ballotByKIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated PressMay 30, 2026, 3:23 PM1:16FILE - Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., questions witnesses during a hearing of a special House committee dedicated to countering China, on Capitol Hill, Feb. 28, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)The Associated PressWORCESTER, Mass. -- U.S. Rep.
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