Adriano Espaillat
Coverage of Adriano Espaillat in the Nexus archive.
- Rep. Espaillat among those to introduce bill aimed at giving governors more oversight of immigration detention centers
Rep. Adriano Espaillat and others introduced H.R.9271 to allow governors to inspect immigration detention centers, addressing concerns over health and safety conditions. The bill follows reports of poor conditions and deaths in facilities like Delaney Hall in New Jersey, where access for inspections has been restricted.
- Josh Shapiro warns Democrats face ‘battle over what we believe in’ after socialist’s upset primary victories
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro stated Democrats must address internal debates over party direction following socialist primary victories, including Darializa Avila Chevalier's win over Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York. Shapiro emphasized the need for candidates to deliver results amid voter concerns about economic and healthcare issues.
- 7/5: Face The Nation
This week's 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' features Ed O'Keefe discussing with NCAA President Charlie Baker, and Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez addressing immigration and their American stories.
- 7/5: Face The Nation
On 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' Ed O'Keefe interviews NCAA President Charlie Baker. Representatives Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez discuss immigration and their American stories.
- Transcript: Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez were interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 5, 2026. The interview was taped on July 2, 2026.
- Transcript: Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez were interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 5, 2026. The transcript, taped on July 2, 2026, features Espaillat, a Democrat from New York, and Gimenez, a Republican from Florida.
- Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Giminez joined Ed O'Keefe on the July 5, 2026, episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' The segment featured political discussion with the two representatives.
- Full Interview: Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez
Ed O'Keefe conducted a full interview with Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez. A portion of the interview aired on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 5, 2026. The interview was taped on July 2, 2026.
- Rep. Carlos Gimenez on coming to America: "The opportunity to live in a land of freedom"
Reps. Carlos Gimenez and Adriano Espaillat, immigrants and naturalized American citizens, discussed immigration and their families' experiences becoming citizens on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' Gimenez highlighted America as 'a land of freedom.'
- Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
This week on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' Ed O'Keefe speaks to NCAA President Charlie Baker and Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez discuss immigration and their American stories.
- Something Is Happening in the Democratic Base
Progressive candidates in Colorado defeated moderate Democrats in primary elections, reflecting broader dissatisfaction within the Democratic base. Voters increasingly favor candidates perceived as anti-establishment, challenging both party leaders and political norms.
- DSA’s third major primary win deepens Democrats’ fight over the party’s future
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) secured a third primary victory with Melat Kiros defeating incumbent Democratic Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's 1st Congressional District. This follows recent DSA-aligned wins in New York City, including Darializa Avila Chevalier ousting Rep. Adriano Espaillat and Claire Valdez succeeding Rep. Nydia Velázquez, intensifying internal Democratic Party divisions.
- Emotion and feelings: How Democratic Socialists' congressional insurgency could come back to bite them
Democratic Socialists of America achieved primary wins in New York, defeating representatives Adriano Espaillat and Dan Goldman. Moderate Democrats and Republicans criticized the leftward shift, warning it could harm the party's broader appeal and electoral prospects.
- Emotion and feelings: How Democratic Socialists' congressional insurgency could come back to bite them
Democratic Socialists of America achieved primary victories in New York, defeating Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Dan Goldman. Republicans and moderate Democrats criticized the wins as evidence of radicalization, while progressive leaders like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called for Democratic Party transformation. The outcomes have intensified internal Democratic Party divisions and provided Republicans with a political narrative for the midterms.
- Op-ed | DSA’s NYC surge was about more than ideology
The article discusses how low voter turnout in recent New York City elections allowed well-organized campaigns, such as those backed by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), to gain significant influence. It emphasizes the importance of early and consistent voter engagement strategies to build trust and drive turnout.
- Chris Murphy dodges questions about Dem socialist's controversial remarks while pushing party's 'big tent'
Chris Murphy avoided questions about Darializa Avila Chevalier's controversial remarks, emphasizing the Democratic Party's need for a 'big tent' approach. He stated the party should embrace diverse ideas while defending American democracy, though he claimed limited familiarity with Chevalier's race. A campaign ad highlighted her deleted social media posts, including disparaging comments about former President Biden and others.
- Bill Maher calls Mamdani-backed socialist ‘patient zero’ of the ‘woke mind virus’
Bill Maher criticized Darializa Avila Chevalier, a socialist backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, for her abolitionist views on prisons and deportation, anti-American rhetoric, and refusal to endorse incarceration for murderers. Chevalier won the Democratic primary for New York's 13th Congressional District against Rep. Adriano Espaillat.
- James Carville says socialist Democrat shouldn't be in the party, calls her views 'a bridge too far'
James Carville, a Democratic strategist, criticized Darializa Avila Chevalier, a socialist primary winner in New York City, for views he describes as 'a bridge too far.' He argued she should not be part of the Democratic Party caucus but could serve in Congress if elected. Chevalier defeated incumbent Representative Adriano Espaillat and is supported by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
- New York progressive sweep sparks reckoning as Hispanic caucus loses Espaillat
The defeat of Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the primary election disrupted the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, which he leads, causing complex emotions among its members. The outcome is part of a broader progressive sweep in New York.
- New York progressive sweep sparks reckoning as Hispanic caucus loses Espaillat
Rep. Adriano Espaillat's primary defeat in New York triggered a political shift, impacting the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Progressive candidates supported by Mayor Zohran Mamdani unseated Espaillat and Rep. Dan Goldman.
- Will the Hispanic Caucus welcome Darializa Avila Chevalier?
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a democratic socialist who defeated Hispanic Caucus Chair Adriano Espaillat in a primary, plans to join the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC). CHC members are cautiously preparing for her potential membership, with some expressing concerns over her controversial positions, including calls for abolishing Israel, policing, borders, and private property. The CHC may deny her entry if she does not align with their priorities, citing past precedents where members were excluded after contentious elections.
- Editorial | The hard truths about the 2026 primary, and Democratic politics in New York City
Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates defeated several incumbent House, Senate, and Assembly members in New York City's primary, attributed to grassroots organizing and voter outreach. Mainstream Democrats are urged to adopt similar strategies to counter the DSA's left-leaning influence.
- Candidates backed by Vermont’s Bernie Sanders sweep House primaries in New York City
Progressive candidates backed by Bernie Sanders and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won House primary elections in New York City, defeating an incumbent and two other opponents. The candidates, Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier, are expected to win general elections and have criticized AIPAC and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
- Aipac rebuffed as Mamdani-backed candidates sweep NYC Democratic primaries
Three congressional candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries, defeating opponents including an incumbent and a five-term representative. The victories highlighted divisions over Israel-Palestine policy, with one winner criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza while defeating an Aipac-backed candidate.
- 'You're next': The Black and Latino New Yorkers feeling burned by Mamdani's primary sweep
Mamdani's primary sweep led to the defeat of Rep. Adriano Espaillat and the successor of Rep. Nydia Velázquez, causing concern among Black and Latino New Yorkers. A supporter of Antonio Reynoso described the outcome as existential.
- Key House caucus leaders target Supreme Court, Senate filibuster
House Democratic caucus leaders are proposing a Supreme Court expansion, term limits, and a code of ethics for justices, alongside eliminating the Senate filibuster. The resolution responds to the Supreme Court's decision to narrow the 1965 Voting Rights Act, which allowed Republican states to redraw congressional maps and reduce majority-minority districts.
- Mamdani-backed candidates sweep Democratic primaries in New York
Mamdani-backed candidates defeated establishment Democrats in New York congressional primaries, ousting two sitting congressmen. The victories include Darializa Avila Chevalier against Adriano Espaillat and Brad Lander against Dan Goldman. The results signal a shift toward progressive policies on issues like Israel's war in Gaza and affordability.
- Mamdani’s picks sweep New York City’s congressional primaries, ousting two incumbents
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported candidates won three congressional primaries, defeating incumbents Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat and securing a nomination in an open seat. Primary elections in New York, Maryland, South Carolina, and Utah determined nominees for upcoming congressional and gubernatorial races.
- In New York, Mamdani endorsements yield congressional primary wins
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's endorsements influenced several congressional primary victories, including first-time candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier defeating incumbent Adriano Espaillat in the 13th District and Claire Valdez ousting Antonio Reynoso in the 7th District. Brad Lander also won the 10th District primary against Dan Goldman with Mamdani's support.
- Scott Bessent calls Mamdani ‘leader of the Democratic Party,’ touts weekly Warsh breakfasts and a new push to put every American in the stock market
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claims Mayor Zohran Mamdani is the leader of the Democratic Party, citing recent House primary wins by Mamdani-backed candidates. Bessent discusses a plan to expand stock market participation and notes Democratic socialist gains in Maine and Michigan. He also highlights weekly meetings with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh.
- The Democratic party is being hit by a leftist tidal wave | Ben Davis
The Democratic party faces a leftward shift as leftist candidates, including socialists, win key elections in Pennsylvania, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and New York City. The article highlights recent victories of progressive candidates over establishment figures, signaling a tectonic shift in American politics.
- Darializa Avila Chevalier: pro-Palestinian doctoral student steps into politics with ‘faith in the future’
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a pro-Palestinian doctoral student, won New York’s 13th congressional district primary despite facing negative ads and racist accusations about her Dominican ethnicity. She defeated incumbent Adriano Espaillat with over 49% of the vote and could become the first Dominican woman elected to Congress if she wins the general election.
- Mamdani-backed Darializa Avila Chevalier wins Democratic NYC primary – video
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a public defence investigator, defeated Adriano Espaillat in the 13th congressional district primary. Zohran Mamdani, New York mayor, endorsed Chevalier and two other candidates who won their primaries.
- Mamdani-backed socialist candidate storms out of live interview when confronted with old social media posts
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a socialist congressional candidate backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America, left a live radio interview after being questioned about controversial past social media posts. She won her race against Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York's 13th Congressional District, despite facing scrutiny over remarks on police abolition, Dominican nationalism, and the Israel-Hamas war.
- Mamdani-backed socialist candidate storms out of live interview when confronted with old social media posts
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a socialist congressional candidate backed by Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America, walked out of a live radio interview after being questioned about controversial past social media posts. She won the primary election to unseat Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York's 13th Congressional District despite facing backlash over remarks on police abolition, Dominican nationalism, and pro-Palestine activism.
- Victories by Pro-Palestinian Democrats Show the Party’s Shift on Israel
Darializa Avila Chevalier, endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, won a Democratic primary over Adriano Espaillat. The victory is highlighted as an upset in the context of the party's shift on Israel.
- Far-left surge: Mamdani-backed candidates oust Dem establishment incumbents
Zohran Mamdani-backed candidates defeated more moderate Democratic incumbents in congressional primaries, with three far-left endorsed candidates winning key races in New York. The victories highlight a shift within the Democratic Party as establishment figures lost to progressive challengers aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America.
- Mamdani allies succeed in New York primary
Left-wing challengers defeated two House Democrats in New York, with Mamdani allies winning key races. Claire Valdez, a Mamdani ally, secured an open seat, while Darializa Avila Chevalier and Brad Lander unseated sitting representatives.
- 'Party of Zohran': Mamdani emerges as Democratic kingmaker after socialist allies sweep NYC primaries
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani-backed candidates Brad Lander, Darializa Avila Chevalier, and Claire Valdez won primary races, defeating incumbents and challenging Democratic Party establishment influence. Rep. Mike Lawler accused Hakeem Jeffries of a deal with Mamdani to prevent a primary challenge, while Republicans and analysts debated the shift toward socialist-aligned candidates in New York politics.
- "Huge defeat": Democrats left reeling after socialist "earthquake" in New York
Two House Democrats, including the Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair, lost primaries to left-wing challengers, potentially doubling Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) representation in Congress. The results are described as an 'earthquake' and 'huge defeat' for Democratic leadership, with progressive candidates like Brad Lander and Claire Valdez securing significant victories.