One of Congress' most powerful Democrats just survived a progressive primary revolt

Richard Neal defeated progressive challenger Jeromie Whalen in the Massachusetts 1st Congressional District primary on June 2, 2024. Neal, who chairs the House Ways and Means Committee, received approximately 56 percent of the vote to Whalen's 44 percent, according to Massachusetts election results. The race centered on debates over Neal's tenure in Congress and policy positions on issues including healthcare and tax policy.

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