Jerry Nadler
Coverage of Jerry Nadler in the Nexus archive.
- NY-12 was one of the most expensive House primary elections on record
Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary for NY-12, a competitive and expensive race to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler. The election highlighted the role of AI in political campaigns and involved a Silicon Valley-backed super PAC.
- Mamdani-backed candidates win big in New York Democratic primaries – US politics live
Three congressional candidates endorsed by Mamdani won Democratic primaries in New York, signaling the mayor's growing influence. Jack Schlossberg, grandson of John F. Kennedy, lost his bid in a race dominated by AI-focused Super Pacs. Micah Lasher defeated multiple candidates, including George Conway, in New York’s 12th district primary.
- Longtime Dem incumbent's chosen successor wins crowded NYC primary as big-name rivals fall short
Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler in a Manhattan district, defeating candidates including George Conway, Jack Schlossberg, and Alex Bores. The race drew national attention due to Nadler's retirement and debates over AI regulation, with Bores facing opposition from tech-aligned groups.
- Longtime Dem incumbent's chosen successor wins crowded NYC primary as big-name rivals fall short
Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler, defeating candidates including George Conway, Jack Schlossberg, and Alex Bores. The race drew attention due to Nadler's retirement creating an open seat in a Manhattan district he represented since 1992. Lasher's victory highlights local institutional support over national profiles.
- Micah Lasher wins NY-12 Democratic primary to succeed longtime Rep. Jerry Nadler
Micah Lasher won New York’s 12th Congressional District Democratic primary with 39.04% of the vote, defeating Alex Bores and others. The race highlighted debates over AI regulation and external spending, with Bores emphasizing tech policy and facing significant financial opposition.
- Lasher, backed by Nadler, wins high-profile primary
Micah Lasher won a contentious primary to succeed Rep. Jerry Nadler in New York’s 12th District, leveraging his political experience and support from Hochul and a Bloomberg-funded super PAC. His main rival, Alex Bores, faced significant spending from AI industry-backed groups opposing and supporting his AI regulation stance, but Lasher secured victory.
- Micah Lasher wins crowded NY-12 primary election
Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary for New York's 12th Congressional District in a close race with seven contenders. The district includes Manhattan areas from the Upper East and West sides to Gramercy.
- Former staffer set to succeed Nadler after House primary win
New York State Assemblymember Micah Lasher is projected to win the Democratic primary for the Manhattan-based House seat held by his former boss, Rep. Jerry Nadler, according to Decision Desk HQ. Lasher previously served as an aide to Nadler and held top positions under Gov. Kathy Hochul.
- Polls close in crowded, pricey New York City congressional primary featuring a Kennedy scion
Polls closed in a competitive New York City congressional primary featuring Jack Schlossberg, a Kennedy family member and political newcomer, against state lawmakers and former Republican Alex Bores. The race drew significant attention due to Schlossberg's celebrity status and debates over AI regulation, with tech companies influencing the contest. Carolyn Maloney and Jerry Nadler endorsed opposing candidates.
- PRIMARY RESULTS: Democratic socialists Lander and Valdez win, tight race for Nadler’s seat in Manhattan
Democratic socialists Brad Lander and Claire Valdez won primary races for Congressional seats in Manhattan and Queens. A tight race remains for the 12th Congressional District seat previously held by Jerry Nadler, with Micah Lasher narrowly leading Alex Bores. Turnout in the 2026 primaries was significantly lower than the 2025 mayoral primary.
- In New York’s primaries, progressives face the establishment, and a Kennedy scion seeks office
New York’s Democratic primaries feature progressive challenges to incumbents, including a Kennedy descendant seeking office amidst competitive races. Candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani face off against established figures like Reps. Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat.
- NY-12 congressional race: 8 candidates, one seat
Rep. Jerry Nadler is not seeking reelection, creating a vacancy in the NY-12 congressional race. Eight candidates are competing for the single available seat. The article provides an overview of the candidates vying to fill the position.
- In New York's primaries, progressives face the establishment, and a Kennedy scion seeks office
New York's Democratic primaries feature progressive challenges against established incumbents, including Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat, who face candidates endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Jack Schlossberg, a Kennedy family member, seeks a congressional seat in a competitive Manhattan district.
- New York congressional candidate Alex Bores lays out his plans to regulate AI
New York State Assembly Member Alex Bores, a candidate in a crowded primary to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler, discusses his plans to regulate AI if elected to Congress.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New York’s state primary
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.
- Mamdani calls hater DSA House hopeful who bashed US as a ‘disgrace’ a ‘perfect candidate’
Mamdani declined to disclose his vote in the congressional race to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-Manhattan) but endorsed three far-left candidates running for Congress. He criticized a DSA House hopeful who labeled the U.S. a 'disgrace' as a 'perfect candidate.'
- What Democrats want: New York congressional race showcases fight over party’s future
Four Democrats, including a Kennedy, are competing in New York’s NY-12 district to replace Jerry Nadler. The primary is a closely watched race reflecting national Democratic priorities on opposing Trump, criticizing AI companies, and political appeal.
- What Democrats want: New York congressional race showcases fight over party’s future
Four Democrats, including a Kennedy, are competing in New York's 12th congressional district primary to replace Jerry Nadler. The race highlights national Democratic priorities such as opposition to Trump, criticism of artificial intelligence companies, and personal appeal.
- The ‘Boalition’: How Alex Bores unites pro-Israel moderates and progressive left
Alex Bores, an NYC Upper East Side assemblyman, is uniting pro-Israel moderates and progressive left supporters through his focus on AI regulation in a competitive congressional race to succeed Jerry Nadler.
- These are the House Democrats who are — and aren't — paying their DCCC dues
House Democrats are facing challenges in collecting dues from members for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), with over half paying less than 50% of their expected contributions. Notable members who have paid significantly more than required include Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar, while others like Al Green, Jimmy Gomez, and Ilhan Omar have paid nothing. Retiring members and those facing primary challenges also show low or zero payment rates.
- Candidates in NYC's wealthiest district set to debate in race to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler
Candidates for Rep. Jerry Nadler's open congressional seat in New York’s Upper East and West Side district will debate on Tuesday. The debate is co-hosted by WNYC and Spectrum News NY1.
- JFK's grandson Jack Schlossberg warns about the 'genius' way Trump 'programs our minds'
Jack Schlossberg, JFK's grandson and New York congressional candidate, acknowledges President Trump's 'genius' in using social media to influence public discourse, urging Democrats to adopt similar strategies. Schlossberg criticizes Trump's methods as 'terrible' but effective, while defending his own polarizing social media content as authentic engagement.
- New York politicians demand answers over Trump’s Penn Station ‘closed door’ deals
New York politicians including Congress Member Jerry Nadler criticized President Donald Trump's federal takeover of Penn Station, accusing the administration of secretive negotiations with private developers. They demanded transparency after the Trump administration named a private consortium as the 'master developer' for the $8 billion renovation project.
- Who won the NY-12 Democratic primary debate?
The NY-12 Congressional race candidates highlighted their differences during a fiery debate in New York City. The race to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler is intensifying following the event.
- Trump looms large in New York House debate
President Trump's name was prominent during a debate for New York’s 12th Congressional District candidates. The candidates included George Conway, Jack Schlossberg, Alex Bores, and Micah Lasher, who discussed issues on P1X11.
- Top four candidates face off in first-ever NY-12 debate
The first-ever debate for New York’s 12th Congressional District features four top candidates, including a social media personality, a reformed Republican, and two state Assembly members. The district will select a new representative after 30 years of Rep. Jerry Nadler’s tenure.
- Tradition reigns in one of the richest congressional district. Or does it?
A Democratic primary for an open Manhattan congressional seat features multiple candidates, including state assemblymember Micah Lasher, who leverages policy experience and endorsements from political figures like former Rep. Jerry Nadler and Michael Bloomberg. The race highlights the district's long-standing progressive values and its focus on issues like support for Israel and opposition to Donald Trump.
- NY‑12 candidates face off in high‑stakes PIX11 debate: How to watch
Candidates for New York’s 12th Congressional District, including Alex Bores, George Conway, Micah Lasher, and Jack Schlossberg, will debate in a race for the district’s first open seat in over three decades. Jerry Nadler is not seeking reelection, leaving the seat contested among multiple candidates.
- DAVID MARCUS: 5 blatant lies Democrats are spreading about Delaney Hall and ICE
Democratic elected officials and Antifa are accused of spreading false claims about conditions at Delaney Hall, an ICE detention facility in Newark, New Jersey, leading to clashes. The article highlights five alleged lies, including claims about inhumane conditions and ICE's intent to provoke conflict.
- Who’s running for NY-12? Full list of candidates vying for 2026 election
Congressman Jerry Nadler has represented New York's 12th congressional district for three decades, and nearly a dozen candidates are competing for his seat in the 2026 election. George Conway, Jack Schlossberg, Micah Lasher, and Alex Bores are among the candidates mentioned.
- NY-12 candidates will go head-to-head in PIX11 debate
Candidates for New York’s 12th Congressional District will debate on PIX11. The race includes a social media personality, a reformed Republican, and two state Assembly members challenging incumbent Jerry Nadler, who has represented the district for 30 years.
- Border czar Tom Homan ate same meal as Delaney Hall detainees, sources tell NBC News
U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan ate the same meal as detainees at Newark’s Delaney Hall ICE detention center, where protests over food quality and treatment have led to clashes and a curfew. Detainees reported inedible food with maggots and inadequate medical care, prompting ongoing demonstrations and confrontations with law enforcement.
- ICE Pepper-Sprayed, Beat Detainees for Protesting “Horrific Conditions” In Delaney Hall Jail
Guards at ICE's Delaney Hall Detention Facility in New Jersey retaliated against detainees for nonviolent protests over poor conditions by using pepper spray and batons, transferring protest leaders, and halting family visits. Relatives and Congress members reported scalding showers, food with worms, denied medical care, and injuries from guard attacks, with a 2021 ACLU report highlighting similar abuses at multiple facilities.
- Congress members say Delaney Hall detainees fed small portions ‘often' containing maggots
Democratic members of Congress observed poor conditions at Delaney Hall detention center, including small food portions containing maggots and inadequate medical care for detainees. Protests and hunger strikes have occurred, with lawmakers and advocates condemning the treatment as inhumane and calling for the facility's closure.
- NYC GOP hopeful says Mamdani ‘running city into the ground’ as taxes, crime fears fuel backlash
Republican congressional candidate Caroline Shinkle criticizes NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's policies on taxes, crime, and cost of living while running in New York's 12th Congressional District. Shinkle argues that conservative principles and common sense economic policies are needed to reverse the city's decline. She specifically targets Mamdani's tax policies as driving people and businesses out of the city.
- NYC GOP hopeful says Mamdani ‘running city into the ground’ as taxes, crime fears fuel backlash
Republican congressional candidate Caroline Shinkle criticizes NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's governance, citing rising crime, taxes, and cost of living as reasons voters should reject progressive politics. Shinkle, running in New York's 12th Congressional District to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler, argues that conservative principles and common sense economics are needed to reverse the city's decline.
- Experienced lawmakers rise above outsiders in Manhattan congressional race
Two New York state assemblymen have moved to the top of a competitive Manhattan congressional primary. A poll shows Assemblymember Micah Lasher leading, positioning him as a key figure in the race following retiring Congressman Jerry Nadler's influence.
- Dems demand release of hidden DNC autopsy after 2024 collapse: ‘We got our butts kicked’
House Democrats are demanding the release of the Democratic National Committee's internal 2024 election review after the party's sweeping losses. The report has not been released, with some lawmakers arguing it would be embarrassing and others saying it could help improve transparency. The DNC is facing growing calls to release the report publicly.
- Dems demand release of hidden DNC autopsy after 2024 collapse: ‘We got our butts kicked’
House Democrats are demanding the release of the Democratic National Committee's internal 2024 election review after the party's sweeping losses. The report has not been released, with some arguing it would be embarrassing and others believing it could help improve transparency. Democrats, including former Vice President Kamala Harris, are calling for the report to be made public.
- "We've crossed the rubicon": Jewish lawmakers face an explosion of antisemitism
Antisemitism is on the rise in US politics, with Jewish lawmakers facing explicit hate speech and graphic language from constituents, campaign ads, and even other politicians. Several incidents have occurred over the last two weeks, including antisemitic ads and tirades from prominent figures. This surge in antisemitism has left many lawmakers feeling concerned and disturbed.