Missouri House District 1 Primary Results 2024
Democratic Rep Cori Bush Faces Strong Primary Challenge
Cori Bush, a member of the "Squad" of progressive Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives, is facing a tough primary challenge from Wesley Bell in Missouri's 1st Congressional District. Bush, who was first elected in 2020, is known for her outspoken activism on issues such as racial justice and healthcare.
Bell, a former state representative and St. Louis alderman, has the support of some establishment Democrats, including U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill. He has criticized Bush for being too focused on national issues and not paying enough attention to the needs of her constituents in Missouri.
Bush Suffers Bruising Defeat
In a surprising turn of events, Bush has become the second member of the "Squad" to lose a 2024 primary. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) lost her primary to Detroit City Council President Brenda Jones last month. The losses of Bush and Tlaib are a sign that the progressive wing of the Democratic Party is facing headwinds as the party tries to regain control of the House in the 2024 elections.
Wesley Bell's victory in Missouri's 1st Congressional District is a sign that moderate Democrats are regaining some ground in the party. Bell, who has a more moderate record on issues such as policing and gun control, was able to appeal to a broader range of voters than Bush.
Komentar