Rhode Island's governor faces formidable primary opponent
Summary
Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee is facing a tough primary challenge from Helena Foulkes, who currently leads in polls. McKee's low approval ratings are linked to issues like the costly and delayed Washington Bridge rebuild, while Foulkes campaigns on housing and healthcare affordability.Key Facts
- Rhode Island voters will decide between Governor Daniel McKee and Helena Foulkes in the Democratic primary.
- Foulkes leads by 15 points in the latest Emerson College poll, with 25% of voters still undecided.
- McKee became governor in 2021 after Gina Raimondo left for a federal job and won reelection in 2022.
- The Washington Bridge closure and expensive rebuild project have hurt McKee's popularity.
- Foulkes has never held public office but has political family ties and is endorsed by Nancy Pelosi.
- Her campaign focuses on housing, healthcare, and a proposed Millionaire’s Tax to fund new homes.
- Political experts say the election is mostly a vote on McKee’s performance, not just Foulkes’ policies.
- The general election is expected to remain solidly Democratic, with Republicans competing for their nomination.
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