Wyoming, known for its conservative values, is preparing for primary elections on Tuesday to determine Republican candidates for federal and state legislative offices.

With Republicans dominating the state’s political landscape, the primary races in Wyoming are mainly focused on the GOP candidates. Most of the state legislative candidates who come out on top in the primaries are expected to face little to no opposition from Democrats in the upcoming general election.

Although the state has seen a shift in political dynamics over the years with Republicans holding supermajorities in both state legislative chambers, Democrats have struggled to gain a foothold. The last time a Democrat won a statewide election in Wyoming was back in 2006.

Despite the lack of strong Democratic presence, some key figures within the Republican party, such as Senator John Barrasso and Representative Harriet Hageman, are facing challengers in the primary. However, the challengers are not perceived as significant threats based on fundraising numbers.

On Election Day, voters who are registered with a political party will have the opportunity to cast their votes in their respective primaries. Wyoming’s unique voting laws prohibit independent or unaffiliated voters from participating in the primary elections.

The Associated Press will be closely monitoring the primary results, declaring winners in contested races for Senate, House, state Senate, and state House seats. Turnout is expected to be crucial, with early voting numbers already indicating significant engagement in the Republican primary.

As Wyoming gears up for its primary elections, the state’s longstanding conservative values continue to shape the political landscape. Stay tuned for updates on the GOP candidates who will advance to the general election in November.

Follow the AP’s coverage of the 2024 election at https://apnews.com/hub/election-2024.