“Cori Bush, a Progressive Democrat, Loses Primary Race in Missouri”
Summary:
Democratic Congresswoman Cori Bush, known for her progressive views and membership in the “Squad,” lost her primary race in Missouri, according to U.S. media projections. Wesley Bell, a St. Louis prosecutor, will be the Democratic candidate for the state’s first congressional district in the November election.
Bush, who gained prominence through the Black Lives Matter movement and her outspoken criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza, faced significant opposition from pro-Israel groups. They reportedly spent over $10 million to help defeat her. Despite her loss, Bush vowed to continue fighting for her causes.
The “Squad,” a group of progressive Democrats, has now faced two primary losses this election cycle. Earlier, Jamaal Bowman, another critic of Israel, was defeated in New York.
In other election news, Dan Newhouse, one of the few Republicans who voted to impeach Donald Trump, barely advanced in his primary in Washington state and may face a tough November challenge.
Credit : BBC
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