Ilhan Omar Wins Minnesota Democratic Primary

Ilhan Omar has successfully defended her seat in Minnesota's 5th congressional district, winning the Democratic primary against challenger Don Samuels with a margin of 56.2% to 42.9%. This is Omar's fourth consecutive Democratic Party nomination. The primary contest was one of several held on Tuesday in various states, including Connecticut, Wisconsin, Vermont, and Minnesota. Omar is a prominent critic of Israel's actions in Gaza and has been a key member of the progressive "Squad" of House Democrats.