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Trump critic and ex-Republican George Conway takes steps to run for Congress as Democrat

Trump critic and ex-Republican George Conway takes steps to run for Congress as Democrat

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.

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