Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries

New York Assemblymember Alex Bores campaigns for the Democratic nomination for Congress in New York City on Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Anthony Izaguirre)

WASHINGTON (AP) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani waded into Democratic U.S. House primaries to boost three progressives over establishment-backed candidates. All of them won Tuesday, defeating two incumbents and essentially ensuring that two self-described democratic socialists will be elected to Congress in their deep blue districts.

The mayor said it was a question of electing “better Democrats” who would “put working people back at the heart of politics.” The approach consternated some in Democratic leadership, but the outcome showcased Mamdani’s rising influence.

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