On August 5, 2026, Representative Wesley Bell, a Democrat from Missouri, successfully defeated former Representative Cori Bush in a primary election. Bell was challenged by Bush, who previously held the same position.
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Wesley Bell Wins Primary Against Cori Bush in Missouri
Wesley Bell won the primary election against Cori Bush on August 5, 2026. Bell, a current Representative from Missouri, faced a challenge from his predecessor, Bush.
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