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Zohran Mamdani's revolution is remaking New York politics, and Democrats may be heading for their own MAGA moment

In a pivotal turn for New York City's politics, endorsed candidates of Zohran Mamdani have triumphed in the Democratic congressional primaries. This win signifies a reshaping of the political scene, highlighting a burgeoning progressive momentum that confronts the traditional party machinery. The implications on future elections and the broader national…

The Times of India · Jun 25

Claire Valdez defeated three other candidates in the Democratic primary for New York's 7th Congressional District on June 23, 2026

Claire Valdez (D) defeated Vichal Kumar (D), Antonio Reynoso (D), and Julie Won (D) in the Democratic primary for New York's 7th Congressional District on June 23, 2026. Reynoso, Valdez, and Won led in fundraising and media attention. Incumbent Rep. Nydia Velazquez(D), who was first elected in 1992, did not…

Ballotpedia · Jun 25

Mamdani-backed candidates win New York Democratic primaries

Three candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary elections for seats in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday, according to US media projections. In the 7th Congressional District, Claire Valdez, another Mamdani-backed candidate, won against Antonio Reynoso for outgoing Nydia Velazquez's seat.

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Goldman, Espaillat lose New York primaries to Mamdani-backed challengers

Two House Democrats from New York City lost their reelection bids Tuesday to challengers backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a sign that the 34-year-old’s political capital remains high six months into his term. In the 10th District, based in Lower Manhattan and western Brooklyn, Brad Lander was…

Roll Call · Jun 23

New York’s primaries are litmus test on whether Democrats are serious about taking on MAGA

ANALYSIS : Four congressional primaries will determine if Democrats can have a workable majority should they take back the House. But, Eric Garcia writes, it’s also a proxy war between Hakeem Jeffries and Zohran Mamdani

The Independent UK · Jun 23

Five Republican state legislative supermajorities and three Democratic ones are highly exposed to breaking in 2026

Welcome to the Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · Jun 23

Zohran Mamdani is reshaping the Democratic Party faster than anyone expected

Always a darling of the far left, Mamdani has earned praise from both President Donald Trump and former Democratic critics like New York Gov. Kathy Hochul

The Independent UK · Jun 18

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani tests his political clout in New York's primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's political influence is growing rapidly. He is now challenging Democratic Party leaders in New York and Washington. Mamdani is supporting candidates who align with his progressive values. Republicans are using his socialist image to target Democratic candidates. His actions are energizing voters and reshaping…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

NYC mayor calls ICE ‘cruel and inhumane’ after agents drag a Nigerian immigrant accused of assault out of a Brooklyn hospital

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani called ICE operations “cruel and inhumane” after agents dragged a Nigerian immigrant accused of assault out of a Brooklyn hospital. The arrest of Chidozie Wilson Okeke, who overstayed his tourist visa, sparked chaotic protests in Bushwick over the weekend. Nine demonstrators were detained after clashing with…

The Mary Sue · May 5

In her last year in Congress, Velázquez looks back on her first 

Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez has successfully run for Congress 17 times. She now points her feet in a new direction: tackling the Camino de Santiago. Velázquez has already built up her stamina walking all over the Capitol complex, but she doesn’t take the journey lightly. “I will train,” she said…

Roll Call · Mar 24