Incumbent Ilhan Omar secured the Minnesota DFL endorsement for the August 11, 2026, primary in the 5th Congressional District during the May convention, after challenger Latonya Reeves declined to contest it on the floor. Omar maintains a substantial fundraising edge, with over $5 million raised compared to Reeves’ roughly $31,000 through March 2026. As the sitting representative since 2019, Omar has demonstrated consistent primary strength in this heavily Democratic district. Reeves, a labor leader and DNC member who launched her bid in late 2025, focuses on local priorities including housing and public safety but trails significantly in resources and party support. A third candidate, Julie Le, has also filed but shows limited visibility in early positioning. These factors underpin trader consensus around Omar’s strong position ahead of the primary.