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Mamdani-Backed Progressives Oust 3 Democrats in New York Primaries

The progressive slate won three House primaries and is set to add two Democratic Socialists of America-backed members to Congress.

  • New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed progressive candidates Claire Valdez, Brad Lander, and Darializa Avila Chevalier, who won three Democratic congressional primaries, unseating two incumbents and winning an open seat, signaling a leftward shift in New York politics.
  • The candidates backed by Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America criticized U.S. support for Israel and advocated for progressive policies on immigration and economic issues.
  • These primary results challenge the Democratic establishment and may complicate House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries' position as likely next speaker if Democrats win the House majority.
  • The progressive wave led by Mamdani demonstrated voter dissatisfaction with centrist policies and established Mamdani as a key political influencer in New York City.
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조선일보 broke the news on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
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