St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell has defeated U.S. Rep. Cori Bush in a Democratic primary in St. Louis. This marks the second time this year that a party incumbent has been ousted in a battle that highlighted deep divisions over the Gaza conflict.
Despite being part of the progressive “Squad,” Bush was seeking a third term in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, while Bell is now favored to win in November. The race saw significant spending from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, reflecting tensions over Israel’s actions in Gaza.
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The significant investment from various groups influenced the outcome of the election, setting a trend seen earlier this year in New York’s primaries. The debate over Israel’s actions continues to shape political discourse among party members.