Heavy Outside Spending and Republican Ties Stir Controversy in Oregon Democratic Primary

Millions in last-minute PAC funding and alleged GOP involvement complicate the race between Janelle Bynum and Jamie McLeod-Skinner.

• Over $1.1 million from Democratic PACs boosts Janelle Bynum's campaign.
• Republican-linked PAC, Health Equity Now, backs Jamie McLeod-Skinner with $352,000 in ads.
• Bynum's campaign accuses GOP of meddling to favor McLeod-Skinner.
• The Democratic primary winner will face incumbent Republican Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer.
• The race is critical as one of the most competitive House seats in the nation.

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