Democrats' Jeffries and Mamdani wings face off in New York
Summary
New York's congressional primaries are a key test between House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and democratic socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The races feature battles between Jeffries-backed incumbents and left-wing challengers supported by Mamdani, with major outside spending influencing some contests.Key Facts
- The primaries include fights between Jeffries-backed incumbents and insurgents supported by Mamdani, a leader of New York’s left-wing movement.
- In the 10th district, Jeffries supports Rep. Dan Goldman, while Mamdani backs NYC comptroller Brad Lander.
- In the 13th district, Jeffries supports Rep. Adriano Espaillat, challenged by Mamdani-backed Darializa Avila-Chevalier.
- Mamdani also backs Claire Valdez for the 7th district against Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso; Jeffries has not endorsed there.
- Goldman and Espaillat are progressive but criticized by the left for supporting Israel.
- The 12th district race to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler includes candidates like Jack Schlossberg, George Conway, Micah Lasher, and Alex Bores.
- Outside groups have spent millions in the 12th district contest, including super PACs linked to AI companies fighting for and against Bores.
- Mamdani has campaigned heavily and produced ads supporting his endorsed candidates, while Jeffries usually backs incumbents.
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