Summary
The article discusses political families and dynasties in American politics, as seen in the upcoming elections. It highlights several individuals who are seeking political office and have family ties to current or former politicians.
Key Facts
- Rep. Adelita Grijalva was sworn into her late father's congressional seat after winning a special election.
- Political dynasties have been a part of U.S. history, including father-son presidents like the Adams and the Bush families.
- Jack Schlossberg, JFK’s grandson, plans to run for a congressional seat in New York.
- Christine Pelosi, daughter of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is running for a legislative seat in California.
- Stefany Shaheen, daughter of Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, is running for Congress in New Hampshire.
- Beau Bayh, related to former Senators from Indiana, is running for Indiana's secretary of state.
- Hannah Pingree and Angus King III, both with political parents, are candidates in Maine's governor race.
- Mylie Biggs, daughter of Rep. Andy Biggs, is running for a state legislative district her father held.
