Former Missouri Rep. Cori Bush, a onetime member of the progressive “squad” who lost her bid for reelection amid an onslaught of outside spending from pro-Israel groups last year, is seeking a comeback.
“I ran for Congress to change things for regular people,” the Democrat said in her launch video. “I’m running again because St. Louis deserves leadership that doesn’t wait for permission, doesn’t answer to wealthy donors and doesn’t hide when things get tough.”
Bush’s announcement Friday sets off a rematch with fellow Democrat Wesley Bell, who defeated her by more than 5 points in the 1st District in what was one of 2024’s most expensive primaries.
