Ilhan Omar Leads Don Samuels 50.8% to 47.6% in Minnesota's 5th District Primary

Aug 13, 2024, 06:45 PM

Democratic U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar, a member of the progressive 'Squad,' is facing a primary challenge in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. Omar is being challenged by Don Samuels, a former Minneapolis City Council member, in an open primary. This race is closely watched as Omar narrowly defeated Samuels in their previous contest in 2022. The primary is significant as it comes after two other members of 'The Squad' lost their primaries earlier this year. With only 5% of the votes reported, Omar is leading Samuels with 50.8% to 47.6%, while Nate Schluter has 1%. The primary is open to voters of any party affiliation, allowing Republicans, Democrats, and Independents to participate. Polls have closed, but results are still being finalized.