Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., is facing a tougher-than-expected primary, with a better-funded challenger claiming Omar's campaign is “falling apart.”Omar quickly became a national political star -- and the source of significant controversy -- since winning her 5th District seat in 2018. ILMAN OMAR VASTLY OUTRAISED BY PRIMARY RIVAL AHEAD OF AUGUST PRIMARYHe called it "a desperate attempt by the DFL to resurrect Congresswoman Omar’s campaign that is falling apart." The editorial board also knocked Omar's "missteps," including her inflammatory comments about Israel and her campaign finance issues. Omar is still likely to prevail, however, particularly when considering how easily her Squad co-members have brushed off primary challenges. Omar's campaign said in late July that internal polling showed she has a 37-point lead over Melton-Meaux.

Source: Fox News August 08, 2020 15:56 UTC