Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez survives Washington’s crowded primary
Summary
Democratic Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez won one of the top two spots in Washington state’s primary election and will face Republican John Braun in November. She is a moderate Democrat who has taken some positions different from her party, and she represents a district that voted for President Donald Trump in 2024.Key Facts
- Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is a two-term Democratic representative from Washington state.
- Washington’s primary system lets the top two candidates move to the general election, no matter their party.
- She won against several candidates, including Republican John Braun and progressive Democrat Brent Hennrich.
- Gluesenkamp Perez often breaks with her party on issues like immigration and transgender rights.
- Her district voted for President Donald Trump by about three points in 2024.
- She has built support among moderates, independents, and some Republicans.
- Democrats want to keep this seat to help gain control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Gluesenkamp Perez ran about seven points ahead of her party’s 2024 vice-presidential nominee, Kamala Harris, in her district.
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