Sanders-backed McKinney ousts Thanedar in Michigan House primary
Summary
Donavan McKinney is expected to win the Democratic primary against Rep. Shri Thanedar in Michigan’s 13th Congressional District. McKinney, who is 34 years old, was supported by Senator Bernie Sanders and the local Democratic Socialists of America group.Key Facts
- Donavan McKinney is running for the U.S. House seat in Michigan’s 13th Congressional District.
- McKinney defeated current Representative Shri Thanedar in the Democratic primary.
- The result is projected by the election analysis group Decision Desk HQ.
- Senator Bernie Sanders, a well-known progressive politician, supported McKinney.
- The Detroit branch of the Democratic Socialists of America also backed McKinney.
- McKinney is 34 years old.
- This win highlights growing influence of the progressive wing within the Democratic Party.
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