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Mamdani proves his power in New York House races. Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Jesse Bedayn, Thomas Beaumont and Humera Lodhi | The Associated Press , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported three progressive candidates in these races.
S. House primaries took place on Tuesday. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported three progressive candidates in these races.
These candidates were competing against establishment-backed opponents, including two incumbents. Mamdani's support appeared to be effective, as all three of his preferred candidates emerged victorious. Further details about the primaries and their outcomes are available from NBC Los Angeles .
The results of these elections are notable, with two self-described democratic socialists likely to be elected to Congress as a result.
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Category: government Published: June 23, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In New York, a series of Democratic U.S. House primaries took place on Tuesday. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported three progressive candidates in these races. These candidates were…
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