John Braun Tops Marie Gluesenkamp Perez 40%-37% as 17% Progressive Vote Tests Democrats
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Updated · The Seattle Times · Aug 7
John Braun Tops Marie Gluesenkamp Perez 40%-37% as 17% Progressive Vote Tests Democrats
3 articles · Updated · The Seattle Times · Aug 7
Summary
Braun led Gluesenkamp Perez by about 40% to 37% in Washington's 3rd District primary after most votes were counted, setting up a November rematch in one of the country's most competitive House races.
Hennrich's 17% showing exposed Democratic strain around the incumbent's centrist record, and his refusal to endorse her leaves open whether those voters will back Gluesenkamp Perez or stay home.
Mike Johnson joined Braun in Vancouver hours after the primary, signaling national Republicans see the Trump-friendly district as a key chance to protect and expand their House majority.
Cook rates the district a tossup, and observers expect millions in outside spending as Gluesenkamp Perez tries to reunite her coalition in a seat she has twice won narrowly.