Massachusetts Democrat Moulton Challenges Incumbent Markey in Generational Senate Race

In the 2025 U.S. Senate races and congressional elections, several notable developments are shaping the political landscape. Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) is launching a Senate campaign challenging incumbent Democrat Sen. Ed Markey with a unique, personal approach aiming to represent a new generation within the party. Republican senators in 2025 largely consist of older generations, with two-thirds aged 60 or above, highlighting a generational gap within the GOP, while younger members like Tim Sheehy and Katie Britt are fewer. In North Carolina, Republicans have redrawn congressional maps to gain an additional House seat ahead of the 2026 midterms, a move criticized by Democrats as racially discriminatory and aimed at solidifying GOP control. South Carolina saw former State Senator Lee Bright regain a legislative seat in a special election, signaling ongoing conservative momentum in the state. Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, former Sen. John Sununu has announced a bid to reclaim his Senate seat, bringing strong GOP ties and potential backing from President Donald Trump, setting up a competitive race against Democrats and fellow Republicans.