Democratic Socialist
Coverage of Democratic Socialist in the Nexus archive.
- Wes Moore distances from democratic socialist ideas: ‘I do not prescribe to an ideology’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) distanced himself from democratic socialist ideas, stating he does not 'prescribe to an ideology.' Fox News’s Shannon Bream highlighted past advocacy by democratic socialists, including calls to abolish prisons.
- Wes Moore on democratic socialist gains: Voters want ‘someone who is going to fight for them’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore stated that the rise in democratic socialist candidates reflects a Democratic Party desire for fighters, but not necessarily those directly challenging President Trump. He emphasized voters seek representatives who advocate for them rather than those focused on opposing Trump.
- What democratic socialist wins mean for Democratic Party's future
Democratic socialists achieved a primary victory in Colorado with Melat Kiros defeating Congresswoman Diana DeGette, ending her 30-year tenure in the state's first congressional district. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto analyzed the outcome.
- Takeaways from Colorado democratic socialist Melat Kiros' House primary win
Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, won the Colorado House primary against Rep. Diana DeGette. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto provided election analysis.
- The Democratic Incumbents Most at Risk of Losing to Progressive Primary Challengers in 2026
Melat Kiros defeated Diana DeGette, an incumbent running for a 16th term, in Colorado's primary. Kiros is a democratic socialist.
- SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship. And, key results from Colorado's primaries
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds on the last day of its term. A Democratic socialist won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat in Denver.
- Colorado's insurgent wave proves Democrats want fighters
Colorado's anti-establishment candidates, including democratic socialist Melat Kiros and Phil Weiser, defeated prominent Democratic figures like Diana DeGette and Michael Bennet, reflecting voter frustration with party leadership. The victories highlight a shift towards candidates positioning themselves as fighters against political insiders.
- Democratic socialist Kiros defeats longtime incumbent in Colorado primary
Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old former lawyer and democratic socialist, defeated an incumbent in the Colorado primary. She has criticized Democrats for their support of Israel during its war on Gaza.
- Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats 15-term incumbent in Colorado House primary
Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, unseated 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's first congressional district primary. The victory is part of a trend of left-wing candidates winning Democratic primaries.
- Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats 15-term incumbent in Colorado House primary
Melat Kiros defeated Diana DeGette in the Colorado House primary for the first congressional district in Denver. The victory is part of a trend of left-wing candidates winning Democratic nominations.
- Democratic Socialist wins Colorado primary
Melat Kiros, a Democratic Socialist, won the Colorado primary, marking a challenge to Democratic Party leaders ahead of the US midterm elections.
- Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado Congressional primary
Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, won the primary against incumbent Democrat Diana DeGette for the U.S. House seat in Colorado. DeGette had held the seat for 15 terms.
- Democratic socialist Melat Kiros topples a nearly 30-year incumbent to win Colorado House primary
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term Colorado Rep. Diana DeGette in a primary, marking a significant upset for the insurgent left. Kiros' victory mirrors Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's 2018 win and is part of a broader trend of progressive candidates challenging established Democrats.
- Trump calls likely DC mayor Janeese Lewis George a 'communist' and vows to block her agenda
President Donald Trump labeled Washington, D.C. council member Janeese Lewis George a 'communist' and vowed to block her agenda, which includes defunding police and making the city a sanctuary for illegal aliens. Lewis George, a self-described Democratic socialist, is poised to become mayor after winning the Democratic primary, setting up potential clashes with Trump over crime and policing policies.
- Trump calls likely DC mayor Janeese Lewis George a 'communist' and vows to block her agenda
President Trump labeled Washington D.C. council member Janeese Lewis George a 'communist' and pledged to block her agenda, which includes policies like defunding the police and making D.C. a sanctuary city. Lewis George, a self-described Democratic socialist, won the Democratic mayoral primary, positioning her to become mayor amid potential clashes with Trump over crime reduction and law enforcement strategies.
- Mamdani does not support changing Constitution to allow him to run for president
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated he does not support changing the Constitution to allow non-native born Americans to run for president. He was born in Uganda and his political base is growing nationally.
- Mamdani says he thinks a democratic socialist can be elected president
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani believes a democratic socialist could become U.S. president. He stated this during an interview on ABC’s 'This Week' in response to a question about the possibility.
- Schumer could get on the AOC train if she opts for the White House — instead of targeting his Senate seat
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer may support Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Squad star, if she runs for president, following recent democratic socialist election successes.
- Mamdani’s success in New York City tests Democratic Party’s willingness to change
Mamdani’s success in New York City is testing the Democratic Party's willingness to change as he seeks to expand his agenda, which includes anti-Israel politics, beyond the city. His efforts have drawn pushback from the party's establishment leaders.
- Democratic socialist won N.Y. primary despite scrutiny over inflammatory posts
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a first-time candidate, won a New York primary by unseating a House Democrat. She faced scrutiny over inflammatory posts and has spent years advocating for Palestinians.
- How a democratic socialist swept D.C.
Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist, won the D.C. mayoral race by capitalizing on voter dissatisfaction with rising costs and frustration with President Trump. Her victory reflects a shift away from business-friendly leadership in the capital, supported by younger progressive voters and working-class communities, though she faces economic challenges including a budget gap and reliance on federal cooperation.
- D.C.'s democratic socialist mayor-to-be joins outsider candidates winning major elections
D.C. Council member Janeese Lewis George is likely to win the mayor's race after her primary opponent conceded, continuing a trend where anti-establishment candidates gain office in both major parties. The article highlights democratic socialist candidates as part of this broader political shift.
- Democratic socialist who accuses Israel of genocide leads DC mayoral primary
Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist who accuses Israel of genocide, leads the DC mayoral primary. She states she will meet with groups that do not share her values, emphasizing that pro-Palestinian advocacy and commitment against antisemitism do not conflict.
- Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George opens up lead in Washington, D.C., mayoral primary
Janeese Lewis George, identified as a democratic socialist, is leading in the Washington, D.C., mayoral primary. Kenyan McDuffie is also mentioned in the context of the race.
- Explosion In Front Of Pilsen Alderman’s Home Was An ‘Act Of Political Violence,’ He Says
An explosive device detonated in front of Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez’s home in Pilsen, shattering a window. Sigcho-Lopez described the incident as 'political violence,' while police called it a 'suspected firework.' The alderman, running for Congress as a Democratic Socialist, reported prior threats and doxxing, raising concerns about political targeting.
- The casting call was for zombies. The job was actually a landlord rally
Actors were cast as zombies to symbolize the 'death' of the housing industry at the hands of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist. The event was part of a landlord rally using the zombie metaphor to critique housing policies.
- Trump threatens to ‘take back’ DC if democratic socialist is elected as mayor
President Trump suggested the federal government could 'take back' Washington if a democratic socialist candidate wins the mayoral election. He stated this when asked about his response to a 'crazy socialist' being elected to replace outgoing Mayor Muriel Bowser.
- ‘I wouldn’t like it’: Trump threatens DC takeover if Janeese Lewis George wins mayor’s race
President Donald Trump warns the federal government might take greater control over Washington, D.C., if Janeese Lewis George, a Democratic Socialist, wins the mayoral race. Lewis George and other candidates oppose this, emphasizing D.C. residents' right to elect their mayor and defend local governance.
- Meet the Mamdani-endorsed candidate that could become the first Palestinian in New York Senate
Aber Kawas, a Palestinian-American Democratic Socialist from Queens, is running for New York Senate District 12 and has received endorsement from Zohran Mamdani. If elected, she could become the first Palestinian in the New York Senate. Kawas emphasizes community organizing and civic engagement, drawing on her experiences as a Palestinian immigrant and her father's deportation following 9/11.
- Francesca Hong on her strong polling in Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
Francesca Hong, a Wisconsin state representative and self-described democratic socialist, is a frontrunner in the Democratic primary for governor. Early polls show her leading ahead of the August 11 primary, despite being considered a long-shot candidate initially.
- Spencer Pratt loses LA mayor’s race as Nithya Raman surges through to runoff after massive dump of ballots
Nithya Raman, a Democratic Socialist, significantly increased her lead over Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayor’s race. Pratt lost the race as Raman advanced to the runoff following a large influx of ballots.
- NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani says the Democratic Party 'lost its focus on working people'
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticizes the Democratic Party for losing focus on working people, citing concerns about rent, housing, gas, and groceries. He emphasizes the need to revive the party's historical commitment to working-class issues and declares his governance as a democratic socialist.
- Feds investigate Hasan Piker, Medea Benjamin over Cuba aid convoys: report
U.S. federal authorities are investigating Hasan Piker and Medea Benjamin over aid convoys to Cuba. Piker, a democratic socialist and streamer, praised the Cuban communist regime following the aid trip.
- Dem socialist running for Wisconsin governor pushed 'abolishing the police'
Wisconsin state Rep. Francesca Hong, a Democratic socialist running for governor, previously advocated for 'defunding and abolishing the police' following the deaths of George Floyd and Jacob Blake. In a recent statement to Fox News Digital, she backtracked, saying she opposes cutting public safety resources but did not clarify her stance on abolishing police as governor. Hong faces a competitive primary against Mandela Barnes and a likely Republican opponent, Rep. Tom Tiffany.
- WATCH: Mamdani bashed for going 'full deranged marxist' with rip on famous Ronald Reagan line
New York City's socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash for criticizing a famous quote from former President Ronald Reagan, and instead emphasized the importance of government help in making food affordable for New Yorkers. Mamdani launched the first city-run grocery store in the Bronx as part of his promise to open affordable stores throughout the city. The move has been met with scorn from conservatives online.
- WATCH: Mamdani bashed for going 'full deranged marxist' with rip on famous Ronald Reagan line
New York City's socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash for criticizing a famous quote from former President Ronald Reagan and promising to use government power to lower prices and make food more accessible. Mamdani launched the first of his promised city-run grocery stores in the Bronx. The move has been met with scorn from conservatives online.
- Mamdani’s city-run grocery plan draws pushback from local bodegas, supermarkets
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan to open a city-owned grocery store in East Harlem faces pushback from local bodegas and supermarkets, which question its feasibility and warn of economic harm to small businesses.
- Trump accuses Mamdani of "DESTROYING New York"
President Donald Trump accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of 'destroying New York' on social media, marking a contentious phase in Mamdani's term as a democratic socialist. The mayor's relationship with Trump has become a defining aspect of his 100-day tenure, with political strategists Chuck Rocha and Harrison Fields analyzing the situation on 'The Takeout.'