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Wesley Bell defeats Cori Bush in Missouri

Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in the Democratic primary for Missouri’s 1st Congressional District.

Wesley Bell defeats Cori Bush in Missouri
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Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in the Democratic primary for Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, leading by about 67% to 29% with 41% of votes counted. The result was a rematch of their closely watched 2024 race.

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House candidate defeated in the Democratic primary

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ALSO MENTIONED  AIPAC, Organization that congratulated Bell; Associated Press, News agency that called the race; Democratic Majority for Israel, Organization that congratulated Bell

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Wesley Bell Defeats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic Primary

Outlets on both sides report that Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in their Missouri Democratic primary rematch. Center outlets pair the result with coverage of outside spending and the candidates’ differences over Israel. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Bell’s victory and contrast him with Bush, with some framing the result as a setback for the insurgent left.

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