Wesley Bell Defeats Cori Bush in Primary
Wesley Bell Defeats Cori Bush in Primary
Wesley Bell Defeats Cori Bush in Primary
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In a closely watched primary, Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush was defeated by county prosecutor Wesley Bell, who received about 51% of the vote, largely thanks to over $9 million in support from pro-Israel groups, particularly AIPAC. This loss marks a significant moment for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, as Bush, a prominent critic of Israel, becomes the second member of the Squad to lose a primary this year. Bell's campaign emphasized pragmatism, contrasting with Bush's more progressive platform, which included vocal opposition to Israeli policies. Following her defeat, Bush highlighted the impact of outside money in a race that became one of the most expensive House primaries in U.S. history. Looking ahead, Bell will face Republican Stan Hall in the November election, while Bush expressed her commitment to continue advocating for her community. The primary race reflects ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party regarding Israel and progressive representation.

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