Trump-backed Rick Brattin seeks GOP nomination in reshaped 5th DistrictINDEPENDENCE, Mo. (KMIZ) One of Missouri's largest congressional primaries is unfolding Tuesday, as six Republicans compete for the chance to challenge longtime Democratic U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver in a dramatically reshaped 5th Congressional District. Among the candidates is state Sen. Rick Brattin, who has emerged as one of the race's highest-profile…ABC17News.com2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentEmanuel Cleavermissouri primary election
Fifth Congressional District candidate interview: Rick BrattinSix Republicans are competing in the August primary for the Fifth Congressional District seat. Taylor Burks, Rick Brattin, Brett Hueffmeier, Micah Beebe, Berton Knox and Brad Patty are all challenging incumbent Emanuel Cleaver, who has held the seat since 2005. Congressional districts were redrawn in 2025 during a special session aimed at giving…ABC17News.com2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticeEmanuel Cleavermissouri primary election
