House Democrats are facing a contentious three-way primary in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District that could undermine their efforts to unseat Republican incumbent Tom Barrett. The primary, scheduled for August 4, pits candidates Bridget Brink, William Lawrence, and Matt Maasdam against each other, with Lawrence leading in early polling. This division occurs in a district where Donald Trump narrowly won in 2024, and where Barrett narrowly held his seat. Conflicting endorsements within the party highlight ideological tensions that could weaken Democratic voter consolidation against the Republican challenger.
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