‘Squad’ member survives challenge from centrist Democrat after anti-Israel rhetoric threatened re-election
by Fox News
Fox News— A member of the far-left "Squad" survived a challenge from a centrist Democrat on Tuesday despite her sharp criticism of Israel that threatened her effort to win re-election in a district with a sizable Jewish community. Rep. Summer Lee, a first-term congresswoman, will once again be the Democrat nominee to represent Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District, after defeating local councilwoman Bhavini Patel. Lee's victory follows that of fellow "Squad" member Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., in 2022,...
Washington Examiner—‘Squad’ member Summer Lee survives primary challenge despite Israel comments. Freshman Rep. Summer Lee (D-PA) survived a primary election for her House seat in Pennsylvania’s 12th Congressional District, giving a glimpse of hope to other progressive Democrats facing similar reelection challenges over their calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. Lee defeated primary opponent Bhavini Patel, a local councilwoman in Edgewood who challenged Lee for her […]
Washington Free Beacon—'Squad' Member Summer Lee Prevails in Primary That Drew Attention to Anti-Israel Views. The anti-Israel "Squad" notched an early primary season victory on Tuesday after Rep. Summer Lee (D., Pa.) defeated pro-Israel progressive Bhavini Patel in one of the most closely watched contests of the election cycle.
RedState—PA12: Hamas Caucus Member Summer Lee Survives Primary Challenge, Proves Democrat Voters Never Learn. We've reported before on the antics of Hamas Caucus member