Ilhan Omar

2024 - 8 - 13

Ilhan Omar's Re-Election Rollercoaster: The Drama, The Feud, The Fundraising!

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Get the scoop on Ilhan Omar's primary challenge, pro-Israel lobbying, and the 'Squad's' political landscape. You won't believe what happens next!

Democratic U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar, a fiery member of the progressive 'Squad,' is facing her fiercest test yet as she heads into a primary showdown against former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels. The stakes couldn't be higher for Omar, who narrowly won against Samuels two years ago by just 2,500 votes. This time around, the challenge is even stiffer, with political tensions and significant outside funding adding fuel to the fire as Minnesota heads to the polls.

Pro-Israel donors have poured tens of thousands of dollars into Samuels' campaign, hoping to unseat Omar, who has been vocal in her criticism of Israel's policies and the recent Gaza conflict. Her stance has made her both a target and a champion among different voter blocs, making this race a focal point for national scrutiny. As voting day approaches, the Israel-Hamas war remains a critical issue for many voters, adding another layer of complexity to an already heated contest.

The primary is not just a test for Omar, but also for the 'Squad,' a group of progressive lawmakers that has recently experienced several setbacks. With losses of two of her closest allies in earlier primaries, Omar's campaign is seen as a barometer for the overall strength and future direction of progressive Democrats. The eyes of political analysts and pundits are fixed on Minnesota, speculating on whether the 'Squad' can maintain its momentum or if this signals an ebb in their influence.

As the clock ticks down to the final hours of voting, Omar is pulling out all the stops, from grassroots campaigning to leveraging her national profile to rally support. The outcome could have far-reaching implications, not only for her political career but also for the liberal movement she represents.

Did you know that Ilhan Omar made history in 2018 as one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress? Her trailblazing role hasn't been without controversy, but it underscores her significant impact on the American political landscape.

Another fascinating tidbit: the 'Squad'—comprised of Omar, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ayanna Pressley, and Rashida Tlaib—has become a force to reckon with, championing issues like climate change, healthcare reform, and social justice. Their bold stances have shaken up the Democratic establishment and energized a new generation of activists.

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Democrat Ilhan Omar faces latest test to US House's liberal 'Squad' (Reuters)

Firebrand Democratic U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar faces a challenge from within her own party on Tuesday, after two fellow members of the liberal group ...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar's primary today is latest test for "Squad" members (CBS News)

Rep. Ilhan Omar is facing the same primary opponent from two years ago who came within 2500 votes of her.

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Progressive 'Squad' member Rep. Ilhan Omar faces repeat primary ... (PBS NewsHour)

Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar is trying to avoid the fate of two of her closest allies when Minnesota holds its primary elections.

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Israel-backed lobbies fund campaign against Rep. Ilhan Omar (Turkiye)

Pro-Israel donors in the U.S. have raised tens of thousands of dollars for Don Samuels, the opponent of Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar, ...

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Ilhan Omar is latest 'Squad' member to face House primary challenge (The Guardian)

Minnesota race is last in series of heated primaries for progressive Democrats who have criticized the Gaza war.

The Israel-Hamas war is an issue in Ilhan Omar's Democratic ... (NPR)

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar faces a familiar primary challenger as voting closes on Tuesday. Yet even as the war in Gaza is also a focus for voters in ...

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Ilhan Omar fights for reelection after 'the Squad' sees major losses ... (USA TODAY)

Rep. Ilhan Omar, a member of the progressive 'Squad,' faces a fight for her political life Tuesday in a closely watched primary showdown.

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Ilhan Omar Primary: 'Squad' Member Faces Challenge In Tuesday's ... (Forbes)

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., is facing a rematch with former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels in Tuesday's primary.

Why Ilhan Omar could be a progressive primary model (Politico)

Ilhan Omar is expected to win her primary Tuesday, despite an incredibly close call just two years ago. She has a savvier campaign operation to thank for it.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar again faces off against Don Samuels in 5th District ... (CBS News)

Rep. Ilhan Omar is facing a rematch in the primary election​ on Tuesday against Don Samuels, a former Minneapolis City Councilmember who she narrowly beat ...

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Minnesota election results: Ilhan Omar vs. Don Samuels in CD5 (FOX 9)

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar is facing a primary challenge on Tuesday from Don Samuels in Minnesota's Fifth Congressional District.

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Ilhan Omar faces primary challenge: Live results (The Hill)

Rep. Ilhan Omar is the latest "Squad" member to face a primary challenge, but is expected to comfortably win over establishment Democrat Don Samuels in a ...

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After other members of the 'Squad' lost their primaries, Rep. Ilhan ... (NPR)

The Minnesota congresswoman held on in Tuesday's primary. Omar's race gained significant attention after losses by other members of the progressive group of ...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar wins Minnesota's 5th Congressional District ... (NBC News)

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., fended off several primary challengers on Tuesday, a victory for progressives after two of her fellow members of the “squad” ...

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Ilhan Omar just won her primary—and is heading back to Congress (Mother Jones)

A late grassroots surge from pro-Israel donors and appeals to GOP voters failed to break her stride.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar wins primary election rematch against Don ... (Minnesota Reformer)

The primary race for Minnesota's 5th Congressional District didn't feature the extensive outside spending of the other Squad primaries. Samuels lost to Omar in ...

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'Squad' member Ilhan Omar wins congressional primary (BBC News)

Democratic congresswoman and member of the "Squad", Ilhan Omar, has fended off a primary election challenge in Minnesota, according to US media projections.

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Ilhan Omar fends off primary challenges (Politico)

Rep. Ilhan Omar, the final member of the progressive Squad to face a primary this cycle, fended off her primary opponents in her Minneapolis-based 5th ...

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Israel critic, 'Squad' member Ilhan Omar wins Minnesota Democratic ... (Aljazeera.com)

Omar defeated former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels in primary for Minnesota's 5th congressional district.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar will win primary in Minnesota, CNN projects ... (CNN)

Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar will beat back a primary challenge from former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels, CNN projects.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar defeats Don Samuels in Democratic primary for ... (CBS News)

U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar has once again staved off a primary challenge from Don Samuels in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar wins primary in Minnesota (Spectrum News NY1)

Omar successfully defended her Minneapolis-area 5th District seat against a repeat challenge from former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels.

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US Rep. Ilhan Omar, member of progressive 'Squad,' wins ... (Voice of America)

Omar successfully defended her Minneapolis-area 5th District seat against a repeat challenge from former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels, ...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar, member of the progressive 'Squad' and critic of ... (PBS NewsHour)

Omar is one of the progressive House members known as the "Squad." She successfully defended her Minneapolis-area 5th District seat against a repeat ...

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Ilhan Omar wins primary (The Hill)

Rep. Ilhan Omar, a member of the progressive "squad," beat a primary challenge in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District on Tuesday and is likely to win ...

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'Squad' member US Rep. Ilhan Omar fends off primary challenge in ... (NBC Connecticut)

Omar is defending her Minneapolis-area 5th District seat against former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels, a more centrist liberal whom she only ...

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After other members of the 'Squad' lost their primaries, Rep. Ilhan ... (WMFE)

Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar pulled off a win Tuesday night in her primary race against her main rival, former Minneapolis city councilman Don Samuels, ...

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Why AP called Minnesota's 5th District primary for Rep. Ilhan Omar ... (The Associated Press)

Rep. Ilhan Omar won the Democratic primary in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District on Tuesday, defeating former Minneapolis City Council member Don ...

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Ilhan Omar secures Democratic Nomination for fourth term (Daily Sun)

According to a Reuters report, Omar's victory in Minnesota's 5th District Democratic primary on Tuesday comes amid a challenging season for progressives, as two ...

Rep. Ilhan Omar will win primary in Minnesota, CNN projects ... (WDJT)

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Ilhan Omar, a Vocal Critic of Israel and 'Squad' Member, Wins Her ... (The New York Times)

Two other House Democrats who are part of the left-wing “squad” lost primary contests this summer after an influx of spending by pro-Israel groups.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar wins primary race after two 'Squad' members' defeats (MSNBC)

Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota handily won her primary race Tuesday against opponent Don Samuels, who was boosted by fundraising from pro-Israel donors.

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Election 2024: US Rep. Ilhan Omar defeats Don Samuels in ... (The Associated Press)

Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has won her primary race in Minnesota. Omar is one of the progressive House members known as the “Squad.”

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