Sam Forstag

House Democrats' campaign arm is supporting five new candidates in competitive districts as Republicans highlight socialist victories in Democratic primaries. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is backing candidates in five districts, including those represented by Republicans running for other offices or retiring. Republicans argue Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) successes indicate the party's shift toward radicalism.

House Democrats are supporting five new candidates in competitive districts as Republicans highlight socialist victories in Democratic primaries. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee aims to flip GOP-held seats, including open districts due to Republican incumbents pursuing other roles or retiring.

Sam Forstag is projected to win the Democratic primary in Montana's 1st District. Democrats aim to secure the open seat as GOP Rep. Ryan Zinke retires at the end of his term.

Sam Forstag, a former smokejumper, won the Democratic House primary in Montana. He has contributed to national efforts to adjust Democratic strategies in Republican-leaning regions.

Sam Forstag won the Democratic House primary in Montana. He will next face Republican Aaron Flint, who is backed by President Trump.

House Democrats' older representatives in California, such as Brad Sherman and Mike Thompson, have resisted challenges from younger candidates in primaries, defying expectations of a generational shift. Progressive candidates in other races, like Adam Hamawy and Sam Forstag, have seen success, but many older incumbents remain secure in their districts.