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.

Progressive House Democrats and Israel Conflict

Progressive House Democrats accuse Israel of 'war crimes' and 'genocide' in Gaza. Rep. Jamaal Bowman of New York becomes the first Squad member to be defeated in a primary election in the 2024 cycle.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's Invitation to Benjamin Netanyahu

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer clarified his decision to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress after facing backlash from progressive Democrats. Netanyahu will deliver remarks on July 24, ahead of the August recess. Progressive lawmakers, including Bernie Sanders and AOC, expressed disapproval and some stated they may not attend the address.

Progressive Democrats' Criticism of Israel and Failed Amendment

Progressive Democrats criticized Israel over the growing death toll in the Gaza Strip and proposed an unsuccessful amendment to a bill to prevent aid from going to Israel unless Hamas releases hostages and a cease-fire is put in place. The House showed bipartisan support for a $26 billion foreign aid bill for Israel and humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Primary challenge faced by U.S. Rep. Summer Lee in Pennsylvania's 12th District

The article discusses the primary challenge faced by U.S. Rep. Summer Lee, who has aligned herself with 'the squad', from Bhavini Patel in Pennsylvania's 12th District. The issue revolves around the Israel-Hamas conflict and its impact on progressive Democrats in Congress.

Cook County State's Attorney Primary Race

Two candidates, Eileen O'Neill Burke and Clayton Harris III, vie for the open seat of Cook County state's attorney in a spirited Illinois primary race. The race highlights the divide among progressive Democrats in big city prosecutor offices.

Progressive House Democrats' Secret Trip to Cuba

Progressive House Democrats, including Reps. Ilhan Omar and Pramila Jayapal, took a secret trip to Cuba to discuss human rights, drawing criticism from Rep. Nicole Malliotakis for supporting a government that pays its people $15 a month. The trip was not disclosed and not reported by Cuban state media.

Progressive Democrats in Michigan voting 'uncommitted' in primary

Progressive Democrats in Michigan voted 'uncommitted' in the primary as a protest against the Biden administration's pro-Israel stance in the war in Gaza, raising concerns about Biden's appeal to young progressive voters. Despite the large uncommitted vote, Biden is still expected to win Michigan in the general election.