Published August 11, 2026 at 10:25 PM ET · Updated August 12, 2026 at 8:06 AM ET
Socialist wave stalls with Wisconsin primary upset
3 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by Talking Points Memo. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
David Crowley defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong in Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor. The upset is being viewed as a setback for the socialist wing of the Democratic Party.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 11 hr ago, when Talking Points Memo reported it. Coverage has since grown to 3 independent outlets, including 2 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 2 hr ago from RealClearPolitics.
