Zohran Mamdani's endorsed candidates won key Democratic congressional primaries in New York, toppling established figures and highlighting party divisions over ideology, Israel, and immigration.
Progressive candidates, including those backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, secured key victories in New York primary elections, signaling a leftward shift within the Democratic Party. Incumbent Dan Goldman lost his seat, highlighting divisions over the Israel-Gaza war.
Three congressional candidates endorsed by Zohran Mamdani won closely watched primaries in New York City. Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier secured victories, expanding Mamdani's progressive influence. Jack Schlossberg, JFK's grandson, lost his bid for the House.
Incumbent Dan Goldman faces an unexpected tough re-election bid in New York's 10th congressional district against progressive challenger Brad Lander, with labor unions split in their support.
