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Ilhan Omar triumphs in primary despite major losses for Squad


Rep. Ilhan Omar, a progressive member of the “Squad,” successfully defended her seat in Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District by defeating a more moderate challenger, Don Samuels. Although Samuels received support from pro-Israel groups in previous elections, they largely stayed out of this year’s race. This is in contrast to the heavy involvement of these groups in other recent primaries targeting progressive lawmakers like Reps. Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush, both of whom lost to more moderate challengers. Omar, who has been critical of Israel’s government, was able to secure a significant fundraising advantage over Samuels and ultimately emerged as the winner in the primary. This victory comes despite the challenges faced by other members of the “Squad” and demonstrates Omar’s continued strength and support within her district. Additionally, unlike her colleagues, she did not face any significant scandals or controversies leading up to the election, giving her a clear advantage. Overall, Omar’s successful reelection highlights the ongoing battle between progressive and moderate factions within the Democratic Party and the impact of outside spending on primary races.

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