Cori Bush loses Democratic Primary to Wesley Bell

Local Prosecutor Wins St. Louis County

Bell projected to claim victory in Missouri's 1st Congressional District

Cori Bush, the incumbent Democratic representative for Missouri's 1st Congressional District, lost her primary challenge to Wesley Bell, a local prosecutor, on Tuesday. Bell is projected to win the Democratic nomination, according to the Associated Press.

Bell's victory is a significant upset, as Bush was seen as a strong favorite going into the election. She had the backing of the Democratic establishment and had outraised Bell by a significant margin. However, Bell ran a strong campaign, focusing on his experience as a prosecutor and his commitment to fighting for working families.

Bell's win is a sign of the changing political landscape in Missouri. The state has become increasingly competitive in recent years, and Democrats are hoping to make gains in the upcoming midterm elections. Bell's victory gives them a strong candidate to challenge incumbent Republican Ann Wagner in November.