Summary
George Conway, a known critic of President Donald Trump, has filed paperwork to run for Congress as a Democrat in New York's 12th Congressional District. This district, a part of Manhattan, is currently seeking a new representative as Democratic Rep. Jerry Nadler retires.
Key Facts
- George Conway is preparing to run for Congress as a Democrat in New York City.
- He filed paperwork on Monday to run in the 12th Congressional District seat.
- The current representative, Jerry Nadler, is retiring.
- Conway was previously a supporter of President Trump but later became a vocal critic.
- Conway co-founded the anti-Trump Lincoln Project.
- John F. Kennedy's grandson, Jack Schlossberg, and State Lawmaker Micah Lasher are also running for the same seat.
- The district covers parts of Manhattan including the Upper East Side and Upper West Side.