# Former ‘Summer House’ star loses House Democratic primary to take on Stauber in Minnesota

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/former-summer-house-star-loses-house-democratic-primary-to-take-on-stauber-in-minnesota/
- Published: 2026-08-12T02:42:26+00:00
- Original publisher: The Hill (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6008661-summer-house-star-loses-house-primary/
- Topics: Celebrity, Entertainment, Government, Politics, TV

## Key points

- Trina Swanson, former immigration official, wins Minnesota's 8th Democratic primary
- She defeated Luke Gulbranson from Bravo's 'Summer House'
- Advances to general election against Republican incumbent Stauber

## Summary

Trina Swanson, a former federal immigration official, has secured the Democratic nomination for Minnesota's 8th Congressional District after winning her party's primary. She defeated two rival Democrats in the race, including Luke Gulbranson, who gained media recognition through appearances on Bravo's reality television series 'Summer House'.

With her primary victory confirmed, Swanson progresses to the general election campaign where she will face Republican incumbent Stauber. The race is now positioned for the autumn general election contest.

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