Democratic socialist

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.

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.

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.

Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, won the Colorado House primary against Rep. Diana DeGette. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto provided election analysis.

Melat Kiros defeated Diana DeGette, an incumbent running for a 16th term, in Colorado's primary. Kiros is a democratic socialist.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Melat Kiros, a Democratic Socialist, won the Colorado primary, marking a challenge to Democratic Party leaders ahead of the US midterm elections.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'