Cori Bush Defeated in Missouri Democratic Primary

Incumbent progressive Rep. Cori Bush lost the Democratic primary in Missouri to St. Louis County prosecuting attorney Wesley Bell, who was supported by the pro-Israel group Aipac.

Bell’s win, with 51.2% of the vote to Bush’s 45.6%, marks a significant victory for Aipac, which has targeted members of Congress critical of Israel.

Bush is the second member of the left-leaning House “Squad” to lose a primary this summer, the Wall Street Journal has reported.

The $19 million primary saw Aipac’s affiliated super PAC, United Democracy Project, spend about $9 million on advertising, emphasizing the influence of pro-Israel groups in the race.

Written by B.C. Begley