Far-left Democrat Cori Bush losing primary to moderate candidate

Far-left Democrat Cori Bush lost her primary to more moderate Wesley Bell, with social media celebrating her defeat. Bush faced criticism for her anti-Israel stance and progressive ideas like defunding the police.

2024 Elections - Rep. Cori Bush Defeated in Primary

Rep. Cori Bush, a member of the progressive Squad, was defeated in a primary election by St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell after significant outside spending by a pro-Israel group.

Rep. Cori Bush's Primary Loss to Wesley Bell

Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) lost in a close primary race to Wesley Bell, a prosecuting attorney in St. Louis County. Bell overcame a double-digit deficit to win by one point. Bush is a member of the Squad and had previously criticized AIPAC. Bell has been supported by AIPAC and is known for his leadership in law enforcement.