Welcome to the daily Inside Scoop newsletter. Democrats’ quest for the Senate majority is an uphill battle, but the outcome of yesterday’s nonpartisan primary in Alaska is giving them hope. Chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles explains how they’re strategizing. Also, White House correspondent Monica Alba texts with me about one of President Trump’s “most unflinchingly loyal aides.” Let’s get into it.

Last night’s primary results in Florida and Alaska will inform where national Democrats direct their attention and funds this fall in their quest to retake control of the Senate.