Author: Jason Rosenbaum | STL Public Radio & St. Louis On The Air, Oct. 4, 2025
Article Summary:
Former Congresswoman Cori Bush announced she will run again for Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, setting up a 2026 rematch with Rep. Wesley Bell. In an interview following her announcement, Bush said shifting attitudes among St. Louis Democrats, and growing support for her progressive stances, could propel her back to Congress. She believes voters want a representative unafraid to challenge Donald Trump and to fight for marginalized St. Louisans.
Bush also reflected on her 2024 primary loss, which she attributes partly to millions in negative ads funded by pro-Israel groups like AIPAC. She said that since then, voters across the city and county have urged her to run again, with many expressing regret over their previous votes. Highlighting her stance on Gaza and her willingness to take unpopular but principled positions, Bush reaffirmed her commitment to doing what’s “necessary, not just popular.” The rematch with Bell is expected to be both contentious and costly, but Bush says St. Louis knows her best as a fighter.
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