Donavan McKinney overtakes incumbent Thanedar
Summary
Donavan McKinney won the Democratic primary against two-term incumbent Shri Thanedar to represent Michigan's 13th Congressional District. McKinney’s victory is expected to bring Black representation back to Detroit in Congress and reflects support for a progressive candidate.Key Facts
- Donavan McKinney won with 51.9% of the vote; Thanedar received 48.1%.
- The district covers most of Detroit and areas west past Taylor.
- Thanedar had more campaign funding and name recognition but lost local and progressive endorsements.
- McKinney was endorsed by local groups, Michigan Chronicle, labor unions, and national progressives like Senator Bernie Sanders.
- Both candidates opposed President Trump, criticized ICE, and supported expanding healthcare access.
- Thanedar had backing from AIPAC, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and major Democratic caucuses.
- The district is heavily Democratic, so McKinney is favored to win the November election.
- McKinney’s win likely restores Detroit’s Black representation in Congress, which ended with Thanedar’s 2022 win.
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