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Republican who reportedly dropped out defeats Trump's pick in key swing-district primary

Trump-endorsed Amir Hassan won the Republican primary in Michigan's 8th Congressional District and will now face Rep. Kristen McDonald-Rivet.

Fox News Latest By Charles Creitz Captured Aug 5, 2026, 3:50 PM
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Republican voters in Michigan's 8th Congressional District chose Thomas J.

Kristen McDonald-Rivet on Wednesday – defying President Donald Trump's endorsement of opponent Amir Hassan -- in one of several House races the GOP hopes will help expand its majority in November.

The district stretches across Flint, Saginaw, Midland and Bay City, and has become increasingly competitive in recent election cycles.

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