Wyoming’s early voting for the Aug. 20 primary is underway, with the heavily conservative state facing a political divide within the Republican Party. The Wyoming Freedom Caucus, aligned with the national State Freedom Caucus Network, is challenging the more moderate Wyoming Caucus in a battle for control. While the exact membership of each group is unclear, the Freedom Caucus has significant influence, with over a dozen state senators aligning with them during the 2024 legislative session.
Advertisements for the primaries reflect the state’s values, emphasizing the preservation of the “Wyoming way of life.” The upcoming primaries will be crucial in defining the Republican identity in Wyoming, with the potential for a shift in power towards the Freedom Caucus or the preservation of moderate Republican control.
USA TODAY is monitoring regional and congressional races in Wyoming, with reporter Cy Neff covering the state’s politics. The outcome of the primaries will have significant implications for the future of Wyoming’s political landscape.
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