John Larson
Coverage of John Larson in the Nexus archive.
- Longtime anti-Trump Dem ousted after tough primary from upstart progressive mayor
Rep. John Larson faced a primary challenge from Mayor Luke Bronin and other candidates including Jillian Gilchrest and Ruth Fortune. During a committee markup on legislation, Larson confronted his colleagues by yelling accusations about whether they would follow the dictates of Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
- Connecticut Democrats weigh generational change as US Rep. John Larson, 78, faces primary fight
Connecticut Democrats are facing a primary challenge to U.S. Rep. John Larson, who has represented the 1st Congressional District since 1999. His challenger, Luke Bronin, argues that the party should embrace generational change, while Larson defends his long tenure by emphasizing experience and calling out President Donald Trump's disregard for the rule of law. The state also features other races, including a primary for governor between Ned Lamont and Josh Elliott.
- Democrats grapple with age of candidates during primaries
Democratic incumbents are facing primary challenges concerning age, exemplified by John Larson's run for re-election based on his commitment to adjusting Social Security benefits. His challenger, Luke Bronin, argues that the party needs more energy and effectiveness to defeat Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. The article details a broader conversation around "passing the torch" amid aging Baby Boomers in Congress.
- Democrats grapple with age of candidates during primaries
Democratic incumbents in Congressional primaries are facing challengers calling for younger or more progressive lawmakers. In Connecticut’s first Congressional district, John Larson, running for his fifteenth term at age 78, faces Luke Bronin, who is 47. The debate highlights balancing seniority and legislative commitment (like Social Security) against the need for party energy to oppose Donald Trump.
- Democrats grapple with age of candidates during primaries
Democratic incumbents in Congressional primaries are being challenged regarding age, as highlighted by the Connecticut’s first Congressional district race. John Larson ran for re-election, citing his commitment to making necessary adjustments to Social Security benefits. His challenger, Luke Bronin, argued that the Democratic Party requires more energy and effectiveness to challenge Donald Trump.
- Democrat objections help sink women’s Smithsonian bill
A bill to designate a location for a women's history Smithsonian museum failed to pass on Thursday after Democratic objections to Republican amendments. Republicans added provisions giving President Trump power to override the museum's location and specify the museum focus on "biological women," which Democrats argue gives Trump undue influence over the museum's content and operations.
- Younger Democrats challenge blue-state ‘gerontocracy’
Younger Democratic candidates, including Rep. Seth Moulton and former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, are challenging elderly Democratic incumbents in primary races, arguing the party needs generational renewal. These challengers are directly addressing concerns about age in politics, framing their races as referendums on the Democratic Party's future leadership.