Adam Hamawy, a retired Army surgeon and sharp Israel critic, will win the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District, CNN's Decision Desk projects
Hamawy faces scrutiny over his past association with a cleric convicted in a case related to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. A spokesperson said Hamawy “condemns that man’s violent rhetoric and actions."
Hamawy garnered endorsements from progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders and several "Squad" members and was boosted by a pro-Palestinian super PAC that spent more than $1.5 million supporting his campaign.
AI-generated summary was reviewed by a CNN editor.
Adam Hamawy, a retired US Army combat surgeon and sharp Israel critic, will win the crowded Democratic primary for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District.
