Plenty of adjectives describe the 2024 election cycle in Missouri: Wild. Unpredictable. Expensive.

But one stood out as the candidate filing period closed Tuesday: Crowded.

Missouri Republicans and Democrats have large primaries for key statewide and congressional posts. Some of the races feature so many legitimate contenders that it’s basically impossible to determine a frontrunner. And some current officeholders will face real challenges for reelection in August, including two statewide officials who received appointments for treasurer and attorney general.

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