The Lincoln Project
Coverage of The Lincoln Project in the Nexus archive.
- Polls close in crowded, pricey New York City congressional primary featuring a Kennedy scion
Polls closed in a competitive New York City congressional primary featuring Jack Schlossberg, a Kennedy family member and political newcomer, against state lawmakers and former Republican Alex Bores. The race drew significant attention due to Schlossberg's celebrity status and debates over AI regulation, with tech companies influencing the contest. Carolyn Maloney and Jerry Nadler endorsed opposing candidates.
- In New York’s primaries, progressives face the establishment, and a Kennedy scion seeks office
New York’s Democratic primaries feature progressive challenges to incumbents, including a Kennedy descendant seeking office amidst competitive races. Candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani face off against established figures like Reps. Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat.
- Mamdani’s bid to become a Democratic socialist kingmaker—and other races to watch in the New York primary
New York congressional primaries feature Democratic incumbents facing challenges from candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist seeking to influence the party's direction. Key races include Dan Goldman vs. Brad Lander and Adriano Espaillat vs. Darializa Avila Chevalier, while Jack Schlossberg competes in a crowded field to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler.