Underdog candidate Andy Kim wins NJ Senate primary, setting up battle against Bob Menendez
SUMMARY
New Jersey Rep. Andy Kim emerged victorious in the state's Democratic primary, securing the opportunity to challenge incumbent Senator Bob Menendez in the November election. Menendez, running for re-election as an Independent, faces legal troubles stemming from a bribery scandal involving his wife, Nadine. Both Menendez and his wife have pleaded not guilty to charges including conspiracy, bribery, and obstruction of justice. Kim's momentum, demonstrated by his previous victory over New Jersey's first lady Tammy Murphy, has garnered significant support, including from Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania. Fetterman has been vocal in his criticism of Menendez and has backed Kim in his bid for the Senate seat.
