DSA-backed Donavan McKinney defeats Shri Thanedar in Michigan primary

State Rep. Donavan McKinney beat incumbent Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-MI) for the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s 13th Congressional District.

DSA-backed Donavan McKinney defeats Shri Thanedar in Michigan primary

TL;DR

  • Donavan McKinney defeated incumbent Shri Thanedar for the Democratic nomination in Michigan's 13th Congressional District.
  • McKinney received 52% of the vote, while Thanedar garnered 48%.
  • McKinney was endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America.
  • The 13th Congressional District is heavily Democratic and is expected to vote for the Democratic nominee in the general election.