Progressive climate activist William Lawrence has secured the Democratic nomination for Michigan's 7th Congressional District, winning a closely watched primary that now sets the stage for one of the most competitive House races in the United States ahead of the November midterm elections.
Lawrence defeated two moderate Democratic rivals to earn the party's nomination and will now challenge Republican Representative Tom Barrett, who currently holds the politically divided district. The race is expected to draw national attention as both parties battle for control of the US House of Representatives.
