AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Missouri’s state primary
Summary
Missouri voters will hold primaries for all eight U.S. House seats under a new congressional map supported by President Trump, designed to favor Republicans. In one key race, Democratic U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell faces a primary rematch against former Rep. Cori Bush, with outside spending from a pro-Israel group playing a major role. Voters will also decide on ballot measures, including proposals to change how constitutional amendments are passed and to phase out state income taxes.Key Facts
- Missouri’s new congressional map was created by Republican lawmakers with backing from President Trump.
- The 1st Congressional District primary features Democrat Wesley Bell against former Rep. Cori Bush, whom Bell defeated in 2024.
- The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) spent about $11.7 million in total supporting Bell and opposing Bush.
- Cori Bush is critical of Israel after the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, which influenced AIPAC’s spending.
- Missouri’s districts have been redrawn, affecting longtime Rep. Emanuel Cleaver’s district, making it more Republican-leaning.
- Cleaver is running for his 12th term in a district that President Trump carried with about 58% of the vote.
- Missouri voters will decide on Amendment 4, which could require a majority vote in every congressional district to pass constitutional amendments initiated by citizens.
- Amendment 5 would phase out Missouri’s individual income tax and increase sales taxes.
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