Moderate Democrat Ben McAdams Wins Primary in Utah's New Left-Leaning District, CBS News Projects

TL;DR

Ben McAdams, a moderate Democrat, won the primary for Utah's 1st Congressional District.
The district is newly drawn and leans Democratic, potentially impacting the House majority.
McAdams defeated three progressive candidates, including state Sen. Nate Blouin.
The 1st District encompasses Salt Lake City and its suburbs.
The University of Virginia's Sabato's Crystal Ball considers the district a safe pickup for Democrats.
Republican Rep. Blake Moore, who previously represented the old 1st District, is running in the 2nd District.
McAdams, a former congressman, had previously distanced himself from some past positions, particularly on abortion rights.
One of the progressive candidates, Nate Blouin, had to apologize for past social media posts.

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