Summary
Justice Democrats, a progressive group, endorsed Melat Kiros to challenge Representative Diana DeGette in Colorado's primary election. This endorsement is part of a broader effort to support progressive candidates against Democratic incumbents in the upcoming elections. The group's actions reflect growing frustration with current Democratic leadership amid President Donald Trump's second term.
Key Facts
- Justice Democrats endorsed Melat Kiros in Colorado's First Congressional District against Representative Diana DeGette.
- This is Justice Democrats' sixth endorsement for the upcoming midterm elections.
- The group aims to increase its influence by supporting progressive challengers.
- The endoresement came after Kiros was reportedly fired for defending protests supporting Palestinians.
- Other endorsed candidates include Angela Gonzales-Torres in California, Donavan McKinney in Michigan, Darializa Avila Chevalier in New York, and Justice Pearson in Tennessee.
- Former Representative Cori Bush, seeking re-election in St. Louis, has also been backed by the group.
- Some Democrats facing primary challenges have chosen to retire instead of running again.
- The frustration with Democratic leaders is partly due to perceived inadequate responses to President Trump's administration.
