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Biden-backed Dan Koh wins crowded primary in second bid for Congress
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Key Points:
- Dan Koh, a former Biden administration aide, won the Democratic primary in Massachusetts' 6th Congressional District, positioning him to likely succeed Rep. Seth Moulton in the House of Representatives.
- Koh received endorsements from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, reflecting his ties to the establishment left and his previous White House roles.
- Running on progressive platforms such as abolishing ICE and advocating for universal healthcare, Koh defeated five other candidates in a safe Democratic district.
- Moulton ended his House tenure after losing a bitter Senate primary to incumbent Sen. Ed Markey, who was supported by progressive figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders.
- Koh will face Republican Micah Jones, a military veteran running unopposed in the GOP primary, in the general election this November.
