The Minnesota congresswoman is facing a challenge from a more moderate Democrat ahead of Tuesday's primary.
Representative Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota Democrat, is set to face off against former Minneapolis city councilor Don Samuels in her primary race on Tuesday, with polls suggesting the congresswoman has a lead over her challenger.Omar is the latest progressive Democrat to face a high-profile primary this year. So far, the Democratic Party's moderate wing has defeated two members of 'The Squad,' an informal coalition of U.S. House progressives.
In July, the congresswoman raised just under $254,000, while Samuels raised about $138,000.Whoever wins the primary is viewed as the overwhelming favorite to win the general election. The Minneapolis-based district is among the most Democratic in the country, with Republicans not strongly contesting the race.Israel has emerged as a key issue in previous primaries.
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