Rhode Island Governor Defeated in Primary | Miami News

Rhode Island just delivered a political earthquake: sitting Governor Dan McKee lost his Democratic primary to Helena Foulkes, the first time in 30 years an incumbent Rhode Island governor has fallen in a primary—and it’s rare nationwide. Foulkes, a former CVS and Hudson’s Bay exec, won by tapping into voter anger over the Washington Bridge closure and sluggish infrastructure repairs. McKee tried to paint her as out of touch, citing her past ties to the opioid crisis, but voters prioritized daily frustrations. Even as he conceded, McKee offered cooperation for a smooth transition. Meanwhile, Providence’s mayor also lost to progressive challenger David Morales, signaling a broader shift toward fresh leadership. This defeat is a clear vote for change—and proof that connecting with everyday issues can topple even the most entrenched incumbents. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/be73c339ab5096a7