Progressives head to US House in record numbers after winning red districts
Summary
The Congressional Progressive Caucus says it expects more than 25 new members, bringing its total to over 105 in the next Congress. Its leaders say election wins, including in districts carried by Donald Trump, give them a mandate to push priorities such as Medicare for All, worker protections and housing measures.Key Facts
- The caucus had 100 members in the last Congress and expects to exceed 105.
- Six of the nine candidates it endorsed in competitive races won House seats.
- Randy Villegas won in a California district Trump carried by two points in 2024.
- Katy Padilla Stout won in a Texas district Trump carried by 15 points.
- Six Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates won House seats in safely Democratic districts.
- The caucus says it plans to advance bills on wages, corruption, housing costs, credit card interest rates and child care.
- The New Democrat Coalition expects to add about 39 members, including 30 from flipped seats.
- Caucus chair Greg Casar did not commit the group to supporting Hakeem Jeffries for House speaker.
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