Polls close in Michigan with eyes on high-stakes Democratic primary for US Senate seat – live updates

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Polls have closed in Michigan, with the Democratic primary for the US Senate seat being closely watched. Democratic congressman Wesley Bell has won his primary in the St Louis area, defeating progressive former representative Cori Bush. Bell's victory is seen as a setback for pro-Palestinian candidates, who have gained momentum in recent elections. The Associated Press has declared Bell the winner, and he is now favored to win a second term in the November election. Meanwhile, in Virginia, the Associated Press has called the first batch of results for three House primaries, with Shannon Taylor winning the Democratic primary in the first congressional district and Elaine Luria clinching the nomination in the second district.

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