Summer Lee, a member of the 'Squad' and a freshman Democratic Representative, successfully secured her re-election in Pennsylvania's 12th district, overcoming a significant challenge from centrist Democrat Bhavini Patel. Despite facing criticism for her stance on Israel and the influx of substantial campaign funds from right-wing sources, including billionaire Jeff Yass, Lee's victory was decisive. Notably, AIPAC chose not to intervene in this election, recognizing Lee's strong position. Her campaign, marked by a landslide re-election and a huge swing in her favor in Allegheny County mail-ins compared to 2022, was supported by endorsements from figures like Bernie Sanders and organizations such as Justice Democrats, emphasizing her commitment to progressive values and opposition to billionaire influence in politics. The Associated Press called the victory early, indicating a growing margin.
Last night, Summer Lee's opponent was punished by Dem voters for her reliance on a super PAC funded by a billionaire Republican. Jamaal Bowman's race holds the same dynamic. Justice Dems is out with a mailer going wide in the district linking Latimer with Ted Cruz, Donald Trump,… https://t.co/CCbFgdY9pu
Right-wing billionaires spent millions to take out @SummerForPA because of her opposition to Netanyahu’s war machine and support for workers. They failed. Together, we will stand up to the billionaire class and elect progressives up and down the ballot.
Progressive "squad" member Summer Lee, who has been a vocal critic of Israel as it wages its war against Hamas. | @CarolineDowney_ https://t.co/bSfhPRlsk4
‘Squad’ member @RepSummerLee survives primary challenge despite Israel comments https://t.co/qxbmUHDpzb https://t.co/qxbmUHDpzb
🚨BIG news: @SummerForPA, the first pro-ceasefire member of Congress facing a serious challenge this cycle, just WON her primary in a blowout victory tonight. Billionaires and dark money just took their first L of the season. Next up: Mobilize and defend @JamaalBowmanNY. https://t.co/l2ogFR2hvw https://t.co/eta5O4SOVF
Squad Member Summer Lee Survives Primary Challenge https://t.co/VthgPREF7d
The ‘Squad’s’ Summer Lee beats back primary challenge https://t.co/OXkPWq4Z18
More and more people are saying that the Shahid family endorsement goes a long way in #PA12. Congrats, @SummerForPA and @justicedems! https://t.co/SgEzhuTP60 https://t.co/sn3rPoUtbZ
What’s up winners 😉!!! @SummerForPA showed that when you run on values and a record of investing in your district, you win. Much love to PA-12 ♥️ https://t.co/eRQTNdxAJ9
‘Squad’ member survives challenge from centrist Democrat after anti-Israel rhetoric threatened re-election https://t.co/5Po8NOIEBY
NOW: @SummerForPA overwhelmingly wins her big race despite a TON of right wing money dumped against her… again!! Congrats to my homie ✌🏽 https://t.co/qtC5b7AP3C
RESULT: Summer Lee, the 1st Squad member to face a contested primary this year, has prevailed in #PA12. AP just called it as Lee leads easily, with margin likely to continue growing. She faced Bhavini Patel, who took issue with Lee's left-wing politics and criticism of Israel.
My sister-in-service @SummerForPA's resounding victory tonight sends a clear message to AIPAC and far-right billionaires like Jeff Yass that our seats cannot be bought. From PA-12 to MO-01, our constituents see through the charade, and they’re ready to do what it takes to win.
Looks like another failure for Israel lobby tonight. Freshman Democratic Rep. Summer Lee, who was one of the first to call for a ceasefire, is handily willing. Jeff Yass, a billionaire who funded the Israeli think tank that backed Netanyahu's judicial laws, funded her opponent.
Summer Lee looks to be on track for a landslide re-election, looking at a huge swing in her favor in Allegheny County mail-ins vs. 2022. AIPAC decided not to weigh in but Netanyahu ally Jeff Yass spent big to try to unseat her
We need leaders in Congress who stand against billionaires buying elections, who stand against unjust wars, and who fight unapologetically for the working class. Summer Lee is one of those leaders. Pennsylvania, get out and vote for @SummerForPA today! https://t.co/rG8rGvuHES https://t.co/mN3Y1BaCRL
Worth noting that AIPAC didn’t even bother to spend against @SummerForPA — seeing clearly that she was in too strong a position for reelection today. A GOP super PAC did spend big though. Despite millions from billionaire Jeff Yass, she’s well positioned to win
AOC helps Pennsylvania ‘Squad’ member Summer Lee who could lose seat over Israel https://t.co/MYq2eTAiaO https://t.co/MYq2eTAiaO