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Will the Mamdani effect make 2028 the year of the leftwing president?

The mayor hopes to ‘write a new chapter in the party’s history’ – and recent democratic socialist wins prove he might be able to do it

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s become a litmus test’: wins for Israel critics shine light on key issue for Democrats

Candidates who believe Israel has committed genocide won big in New York – will it push the party to move their way?

The Guardian - US

Right-wing media turns to SCOTUS

Conservatives turn to birthright citizenship case after sweeping democratic socialist wins

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Mamdani and his socialists won big in New York. Washington insiders still don’t care

ANALYSIS: New York City mayor’s preferred candidates are likely coming to Washington. But, writes Eric Garcia, don’t expect a sea change on Capitol Hill

The Independent UK

New York is exporting Mamdani politics

Some of the institutions behind Tuesday’s progressive surge are already supporting candidates around the country

Salon

Zohran Mamdani's revolution is remaking New York politics, and Democrats may be heading for their own MAGA moment

In a pivotal turn for New York City's politics, endorsed candidates of Zohran Mamdani have triumphed in the Democratic congressional primaries. This win signifies a reshaping of the political scene, highlighting a burgeoning progressive momentum that confronts the traditional party machinery. The implications on future elections and the broader national…

The Times of India

Brad Lander (D) defeated incumbent Daniel Goldman (D) in the Democratic primary for New York's 10th Congressional District

Brad Lander (D) defeated incumbent Daniel Goldman (D) in the Democratic primary for New York's 10th Congressional District on June 23, 2026.

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Mamdani-backed leftist candidates win New York Democratic primaries

NEW YORK - Three candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary elections for Congress on Tuesday, underlining the surge of the left in US politics as Democrats grow disillusioned with the party establishment.

Bangkok Post

Mamdani-backed candidates win New York Democratic primaries

Three candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary elections for seats in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday, according to US media projections. In the 7th Congressional District, Claire Valdez, another Mamdani-backed candidate, won against Antonio Reynoso for outgoing Nydia Velazquez's seat.

The Economic Times

New York City’s rising power centers

New Yorkers supported the leftmost candidates at nearly every opportunity on Tuesday

Salon

The Democratic party is being hit by a leftist tidal wave

The party’s leadership is deeply out of touch with its base. A leftist politics of collective struggle is cresting across the US

The Guardian - US

Kaitlan Collins reveals to Democrat Mamdani ally Brad Lander that he’s won his primary live on CNN

An ally of New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani learned live on CNN that he had won his Democrat primary against an incumbent Congressman.

The Independent UK

Mamdani Becomes New York's Political Kingmaker After Stunning Primary Sweep

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani cemented his status as one of the most influential figures in Democratic politics Tuesday night after all three candidates he endorsed in closely watched congressional primaries defeated better-known and better-funded establishment rivals, delivering a stunning rebuke to the party's old guard.

Latin Times

Socialists Hijacked My City

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Progressives Win Big In New York Democratic Primaries As Incumbents Absorb High-Profile Losses

Progressive candidates aligned with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani scored major victories in congressional primaries, reshaping parts of the city's Democratic delegation.

The Guardian - US

New York primaries show Zohran Mamdani has lost none of his political magic

The New York Knicks might have won in five, but the city’s mayor did it in three: a trio of candidates backed by Mamdani appear set to land seats in US Congress

The Independent UK

Mamdani beat Hakeem Jeffries and is the new king of New York – it will have effects beyond the Empire State

ANALYSIS: Zohran Mamdani made an audacious gamble and is now the powerbroker of New York, Eric Garcia writes. But the power shift comes with multiple risks for moderate Democrats, Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer as well as some upsides for Republicans

The Guardian - US

Trump gets in shouting match with Republican senator amid standoff over housing bill and president’s anger at war powers vote – as it happened

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'US will never be a communist country': Trump's message follows big night for Mamdani-backed progressives

On Truth Social, Donald Trump delivered a stern warning, claiming America will 'NEVER' shift towards communism. This statement follows significant victories for progressive candidates endorsed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Trump's recent approach toward Mamdani has been surprisingly pragmatic, despite a history of vocal criticisms, highlighting the persistent ideological…

The Independent UK

Trump says ‘America the Beautiful will never be a Communist country’ in late night rant at primary ‘losers’

President Donald Trump dismisses significance of election wins for three New York progressives endorsed by Zohran Mamdani but relishes defeats suffered by Dan Goldman and George Conway

The Guardian - US

‘Glorious time to be a New Yorker’ as Lander’s win highlights Mamdani effect

Progressive supporters of mayor celebrate as former city comptroller’s critical approach to Israel helps defeat incumbent congressman Dan Goldman in primary

The Independent UK

Mamdani’s socialist movement scores major wins in New York power shift

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s slate of fiery progressives swept establishment-backed Democrats in the state’s congressional primaries on Tuesday

The Times of India

Mamdani-backed candidates shake up New York politics, oust two sitting congressmen

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's chosen candidates achieved notable victories in the primaries, significantly empowering the progressive faction within the Democratic Party. These triumphs included surprising defeats of incumbents and a crucial win in a pivotal congressional district, indicating a transformation in New York's political dynamics. Mamdani's focus on electing…

The Guardian - US

Mamdani-backed candidates sweep Democratic primaries in New York City

Trio of progressives endorsed by New York mayor win closely watched races, highlighting his growing influence

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Goldman, Espaillat lose New York primaries to Mamdani-backed challengers

Two House Democrats from New York City lost their reelection bids Tuesday to challengers backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a sign that the 34-year-old’s political capital remains high six months into his term. In the 10th District, based in Lower Manhattan and western Brooklyn, Brad Lander was…

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