Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC
Coverage of Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC in the Nexus archive.
- Adam Hamawy, Doctor Who Volunteered in Gaza, Poised to Become Pro-Palestine Rep. From New Jersey
Adam Hamawy, a former U.S. Army combat surgeon who volunteered in Gaza, won a New Jersey Democratic primary with support from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Hasan Piker, and an anti-AIPAC super PAC. His victory followed right-wing media attacks labeling him an Islamic extremist due to a 1995 trial testimony and demonstrated growing pro-Palestine influence in Democratic politics.
- Hill progressives endorse in a California race tearing at Democrats
The Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC endorsed Democrat Ammar Campa-Najjar in California's 48th District race, but the endorsement has intensified internal Democratic tensions. Former Senator Barbara Boxer and others argue that Campa-Najjar is blocking a more electable candidate in Marni von Wilpert, risking a November lockout where two Republicans could advance. The race has become a battleground over the party's stance on Israel-Gaza issues and candidate electability.
- House progressives knock DCCC for picking sides in contested primary
House progressives criticized the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee for endorsing a candidate in a contested primary, specifically California Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains. The Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC publicly took issue with the endorsement. The DCCC added Bains to its 'Red to Blue' program.
- House Democrats' campaign arm draws progressive fury for trying to 'tip the scales' in key House primary
House Democrats' campaign arm has sparked backlash from progressive lawmakers for backing a centrist candidate over a far-left challenger in a key House primary, with critics arguing that the decision could unfairly influence the outcome of the election. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) added California state Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains to its 'Red to Blue' program, prompting criticism from progressives who support Randy Villegas, a university professor backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders. The move has led to accusations that the DCCC is attempting to 'tip the scales' in the race.
- Infighting erupts among House Democrats as party picks favorites in contested races
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has endorsed multiple candidates in contested primaries, sparking infighting among House Democrats who argue that voters should pick nominees, not the DCCC. The endorsements include candidates like Jasmeet Bains and Bob Brooks, who face opposition in their Democratic primaries. This move has dredged up a debate about whether Democratic leadership is acting un-democratically.
- CPC PAC endorses Chris Rabb in Pennsylvania House primary
The Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) PAC endorsed state Rep. Chris Rabb (D) for the May Democratic primary in Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District. Rabb is highlighted as a social justice activist, educator, and legislator who has opposed Republicans and the billionaire class.