Democratic primary win for Jewish candidate Moss over pro-Palestinian opponent

After three-quarters of the votes were processed, the Associated Press declared Moss the nominee with nearly half the support, well ahead of Farooqi who received under a third.

That evening another Michigan contest drew attention as a pro-Israel Democrat faced a progressive challenger in the Senate primary, while a Jewish candidate secured an easy House nomination.

State Senator Jeremy Moss, known for addressing antisemitism in legislative sessions, won the Democratic nod for the 11th District. The area shifted from Republican control to Democratic in recent years and is currently represented by Haley Stevens, who competed against Abdul El-Sayed the same night.

With most ballots counted the race was called for Moss, who captured 49.2 percent against Farooqi at 32.9 percent. The district covers Oakland County near Detroit, home to a sizable Jewish population and the site of recent damage to Temple Israel.

Moss posted thanks to voters on social media, calling the nomination a lifetime honor for Oakland County residents.

Backers from Jewish community rally behind Moss

Prominent Jewish supporters of Stevens, some of whom pledged funds for the Republican nominee if she fell short, voiced approval for Moss as well.

Although Israel was not the focus of his campaign, Moss has backed a two-state approach in earlier statements. He noted that most American Jewish voters support both Israel's security needs and Palestinian self-determination through peaceful means.

Moss emphasized various progressive priorities during the race and drew limited backing from pro-Israel organizations. Rivals attempted to connect him to AIPAC, an issue prominent in the Senate contest. Moss remarked to Jewish Insider that such claims could echo antisemitic tropes for some listeners.