Antonio Reynoso

A coalition led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani expanded the left's reach in New York City, with democratic socialist and progressive candidates winning key elections by mobilizing younger voters across racial lines. Turnout increased significantly in several districts, challenging conventional election dynamics and signaling a potential reorientation of the Democratic Party in the 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.

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.

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.

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.

New York primary results highlighted candidates supported by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who emphasized Palestinian issues, challenging Democratic establishment figures. The Israel-Palestinian conflict has become a divisive issue within the Democratic Party, influencing voter choices and party unity ahead of upcoming elections.

New York primary results saw insurgent candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani defeat establishment favorites, with Israel's actions in Gaza and U.S. aid to Israel as key issues. Democrats face internal divisions over how to address the Israel-Palestine conflict as they prepare for upcoming elections.

The Gaza war influenced New York's Democratic primaries, with candidates like Claire Valdez and Antonio Reynoso representing different factions within the party. The conflict has deepened divisions among Democrats, with some criticizing the U.S. alliance with Israel and others warning against alienating parts of the party's coalition.

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.

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.

New York primary wins by candidates critical of Israel's policies highlight tensions within the Democratic Party over the Israel-Palestine conflict. The results reflect voter prioritization of candidates' stances on Gaza and challenge Democrats to unify ahead of midterms and the 2028 presidential race.

New York primary victories by candidates endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlighted the role of Israel policy in Democratic Party divisions. The wins by Claire Valdez and others, supported by Mamdani, reflect a growing rift over the Gaza war's impact on the party's direction.

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.

Claire Valdez won the Democratic primary in New York’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Antonio Reynoso. The victory is significant for the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and marks a setback for Reynoso, who had strong name recognition and establishment support.

Claire Valdez, a Mamdani-endorsed state assembly member, won the Democratic primary for New York’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Antonio Reynoso, Julie Won, and Vichal Kumar. Valdez, a democratic socialist, is supported by progressive figures like Hasan Piker and the Justice Democrats, and advocates for policies including abolishing ICE and expanding universal healthcare.

Claire Valdez, endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, won the Democratic primary for New York’s 7th Congressional District. She defeated Antonio Reynoso, Julie Won, and Vichal Kumar to replace Rep. Nydia Velázquez, who is not seeking re-election after over three decades in office.

Claire Valdez won the Brooklyn-Queens primary to succeed retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez, supported by the Democratic Socialists of America and Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Her victory over Antonio Reynoso, backed by the Working Families Party and Velázquez, highlighted tensions among progressive Democrats in the district known as the 'Commie Corridor.'

Democratic socialist candidates Claire Valdez and Darializa Avila Chevalier, endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, are running against liberal candidates Antonio Reynoso and Rep. Adriano in Democratic House primaries in New York City. The contest highlights ideological divisions between democratic socialists and progressive candidates within the party.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump are influencing Democratic and Republican primaries in New York, Maryland, Utah, and South Carolina. Mamdani supports left-wing candidates including Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander, and Claire Valdez, while Trump endorses candidates in the South Carolina GOP gubernatorial runoff.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump influence Democratic and Republican primaries in New York, Maryland, Utah, and South Carolina. Mamdani supports left-wing candidates challenging Democratic incumbents, while Trump endorses both contenders in a South Carolina GOP gubernatorial runoff.

New Yorkers are voting in primary elections for Congress, State Senate, and Assembly. Candidates include Darializa Avila Chevalier challenging Adriano Espaillat in NY-13, Brad Lander against Dan Goldman in NY-10, and Claire Valdez versus Antonio Reynoso in NY-7. Early voting data shows Manhattan leading with 67,369 votes, followed by Brooklyn and Queens, with overall turnout at 4% of registered voters.

New York's congressional primaries are testing the conflict between House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, with Jeffries supporting incumbents like Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat, while Mamdani backs left-wing challengers such as Brad Lander, Darializa Avila-Chevalier, and Claire Valdez. The races in the 10th, 13th, and 7th districts highlight the internal Democratic Party tensions.

New York's state primary features competitive Democratic congressional primary contests in multiple districts, with key endorsements from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shaping the races. The outcomes could influence the U.S. House control in November, particularly in districts like the 10th, 13th, 7th, and 17th where incumbents face challenges from primary contenders.

Early voting in New York City's June primary dropped 55% compared to the 2025 mayoral primary when Mamdani won the Democratic nomination. Mamdani-backed candidates face a turnout test in competitive races, including the 7th and 13th Congressional Districts, as youth engagement declines but remains higher than typical primary electorates.

A populist movement is challenging New York's political incumbents in primary elections, with candidates from both parties facing intraparty battles. Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates are competing against established figures, while Republican candidates endorsed by Donald Trump also face state party-aligned rivals. The article highlights a broader trend of voter frustration with the political establishment.

Nearly 137,000 New Yorkers cast early votes in the NYC Democratic primary ahead of the June 23 election, with key races including Congressional NY-10, NY-13, and the 7th Congressional District. Brad Lander and Dan Goldman, Adriano Espaillat and Darializa Avila Chevalier, and Claire Valdez and Antonio Reynoso are among the candidates competing in high-profile contests.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is testing his political influence by endorsing candidates aligned with his values in the Democratic primary, including those challenging incumbents. He collaborates with Sen. Bernie Sanders to promote a slate of candidates, drawing praise from both Trump and former Democratic critics. Establishment Democrats oppose his efforts to reshape the party.

Zohran Mamdani is testing his political influence in New York's primary by endorsing candidates aligned with his values, challenging Democratic incumbents. His support includes Darializa Avila Chevalier against Adriano Espaillat, Brad Lander against Dan Goldman, and Claire Valdez against Antonio Reynoso. Mamdani is collaborating with Bernie Sanders to elevate these candidates.

Early voting in NYC's June primary begins Saturday, featuring competitive congressional and state races, with closed primaries requiring registered party voters. Key contests include districts 7, 10, 12, and 13, along with state comptroller and legislative seats, as voting runs through June 21 with Primary Day on June 23.

New York’s congressional primary elections feature key races in districts around NYC, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements influencing outcomes. The 7th District race includes Antonio Reynoso and Claire Valdez, while the 10th District pits incumbent Dan Goldman against an opponent. Redistricting and retiring representatives add complexity to the contests.

Candidates for New York's 7th Congressional District, including State Assemblymember Claire Valdez, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and City Council Member Julie Won, will debate as the seat becomes available due to Rep. Nydia Velázquez's retirement.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former ally Antonio Reynoso exchanged criticism over Mamdani's visits to President Trump's White House. The dispute is part of a conflict between socialists and progressives for control over the Democratic Party.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a chaotic protest led to arrests in Brooklyn's Bushwick neighborhood. The protest was sparked by ICE's arrest of Chidozie Wilson Okeke, an illegal immigrant from Nigeria accused of assault and drug possession. Nine demonstrators were detained during the protest.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a chaotic protest in Brooklyn's Bushwick neighborhood led to arrests. The protest was over ICE's arrest of Chidozie Wilson Okeke, an illegal immigrant from Nigeria with previous arrests on assault and drug possession charges. Nine demonstrators were detained during the protest.

Bernie Sanders endorsed Claire Valdez in a New York City Democratic primary race to replace Rep. Nydia Velázquez, highlighting tensions between progressive factions. The race pits Valdez, backed by Sanders and the Democratic Socialists of America, against Antonio Reynoso, supported by Velázquez and the New York Working Families Party.