Ex-aides win primaries to replace retiring Democratic House members

Retiring U.S. Representatives Steny Hoyer and Jerrold Nadler have endorsed former aides who won Democratic primaries to replace them. The practice of lawmakers endorsing successors is common but controversial, with some voters supporting candidates due to endorsements while others view it as favoritism. Examples include Adrian Boafo in Maryland and Patty Garcia in Illinois, whose primary victories followed endorsements from outgoing legislators.