Mamdani-backed candidates win big in New York Democratic primaries – US politics live
Summary
Three candidates supported by New York’s progressive mayor Zohran Mamdani won important Democratic primary races in New York City, defeating long-term incumbents or their chosen successors. This shows Mamdani’s growing influence within the Democratic Party. Other notable primary wins include races in Maryland, South Carolina, and Utah.Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani, New York’s democratic socialist mayor, endorsed three candidates who won Democratic primaries in New York City.
- Brad Lander won in NY-10 by defeating incumbent Dan Goldman.
- Darializa Avila Chevalier upset five-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat in NY-13.
- Claire Valdez won in NY-7 against Brooklyn borough president Antonio Reynoso, who was the chosen successor of longtime congresswoman Nydia Velázquez.
- Adrian Boafo won a crowded Democratic primary in Maryland to replace retiring Steny Hoyer.
- Nancy Lacore, a former navy rear-admiral, won a Democratic nomination in South Carolina for a congressional race.
- Alan Wilson won the Republican nomination for South Carolina governor, beating a candidate backed by President Trump.
- Former congressman Ben McAdams won in Utah to run in a new Democratic-friendly district.
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