Rhode Island Governor Race Tightens | Providence News

Helena Foulkes surges ahead in the Rhode Island Democratic gubernatorial race with 42% support, while Gov. Dan McKee lags at 22% and faces stiff disapproval from 77% of voters. On the GOP side, Elaine Pelino leads with 42%, outpacing Aaron Guckian’s 17%. Both parties have sizable undecided blocs. In a general election matchup, McKee ties a generic Republican and independent Ken Block at 27%, but Foulkes would lead. Senate hopeful Jack Reed maintains a commanding 52% to 35% over Raymond McKay. Amid rising heat waves threatening the Northeast through the Fourth of July, officials are urging caution and staying cool. 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/173cda7815b42b2a