McKinney Defeats Thanedar in Michigan's 13th Congressional District Primary State Rep. Donavan McKinney has defeated incumbent U. S. Rep.
Shri Thanedar in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District, marking a significant upset in the progressive movement.
McKinney's campaign focused on his relatability as a lifelong Detroiter and advocate for everyday people, contrasting with Thanedar's background as a wealthy businessman with ties to pharmaceutical development.