Will Lawrence has won the Democratic nomination in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, securing the party’s place in a closely watched battleground race. The Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidate prevailed in Tuesday night’s primary.
Lawrence’s campaign received an endorsement from Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. That support was viewed as a possible factor in helping the progressive candidate win the nomination.
Lawrence will now face Republican incumbent Tom Barrett in the general election. The contest is expected to draw attention because of the district’s competitive political status and the contrasting profiles of the two candidates.
