U.S. Politics

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar defeated Don Samuels in the Democratic Primary, a win for the progressive 'Squad.' Omar significantly outraised her opponent and will face Republican Dalia al-Aqidi in the November election.

Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar wins primary race

Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar wins primary race against main rival Don Samuels in Minnesota's 5th congressional district. She is part of the 'Squad' and a sharp critic of Israel's actions in Gaza.

Minnesota Primary Elections 2024

Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar faces a repeat primary challenge in Minnesota against former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels, while conservative populist Royce White is competing against Navy veteran Joe Fraser for the GOP nomination to challenge Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar. The elections in Minnesota are heating up with various candidates vying for different positions.

Minnesota Primary Elections

Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar faces a repeat primary challenge in Minnesota against former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels. In the Senate race, former NBA player Royce White is challenging Navy veteran Joe Fraser for the GOP nomination to challenge Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar. The House race in Minnesota's 2nd District is expected to be competitive between Democratic Rep. Angie Craig and her GOP challengers.

Primary elections for progressive House Democrats

Rep. Ilhan Omar faces primary challengers after Rep. Cori Bush's defeat. Don Samuels, a Minnesota Democrat, is looking to unseat Rep. Ilhan Omar.