Summary
New York City Council member Chi Ossé is considering running against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in a Democratic primary. This potential challenge highlights a growing divide within the Democratic Party between progressive and established members. Ossé's discussions with progressive groups are in early stages, but they show interest in challenging Jeffries' position.
Key Facts
- Chi Ossé is a New York City Council member and ally of Zohran Mamdani.
- Ossé is considering a run against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in the Democratic primary.
- Mamdani and Jeffries have political differences, with Mamdani not receiving Jeffries' endorsement for New York's mayoral race.
- Some progressive groups have shown interest in supporting Ossé's possible campaign.
- Progressive leaders have previously eyed challenging Jeffries but lacked a candidate to support.
- Discussions about Ossé's potential campaign are still in the early stages.
- There is a wider debate in the Democratic Party about leadership and generational change.
- Jeffries' team has warned of potential retaliation against those planning to challenge him.
