David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Wisconsin governor primary
- David Crowley is projected to have won a primary election to become the Democrat's candidate for Wisconsin governor, in a surprise result that halts a winning streak for the party's left wing.
- With almost all votes counted in the Midwestern state, Crowley, the more centrist candidate, has secured a narrow victory over Francesca Hong, according to a projection made early on Wednesday by the BBC's partner, CBS News.
- Anti-establishment Democrats had previously recorded wins across the US that had rattled the party leadership in Washington.
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- David Crowley is projected to have won a primary election to become the Democrat's candidate for Wisconsin governor, in a surprise result that halts a winning streak for the party's left wing.
- With almost all votes counted in the Midwestern state, Crowley, the more centrist candidate, has secured a narrow victory over Francesca Hong, according to a projection made early on Wednesday by the BBC's partner, CBS News.
- Anti-establishment Democrats had previously recorded wins across the US that had rattled the party leadership in Washington.
Sources: BBC News