New Democrat Coalition
Coverage of New Democrat Coalition in the Nexus archive.
- Establishment Democrats notch rare win as Wesley Bell fends off DSA-backed Cori Bush
Rep. Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in a Democratic primary, countering support from the Democratic Socialists of America. Bell's victory was aided by over $3 million in spending from AIPAC's United Democracy Project and endorsements from House Democratic leadership. Bell out-raised and outspent Bush, with nearly $3.6 million in fundraising compared to Bush's $1.3 million.
- Progressive wave crashes in Sun Belt battleground as moderate holds his seat
Incumbent Rep. Greg Stanton defeated progressive challenger Kai Newkirk in Arizona's 4th Congressional District primary. Newkirk criticized Stanton for his pro-business and pro-Israel positions, including voting to send aid to Israel and supporting the Laken Riley Act. Stanton, part of the New Democrat Coalition, is a member of AIPAC and faces a general election where he is favored to win a fifth term.
- Progressive wave crashes in Sun Belt battleground as moderate holds his seat
Rep. Greg Stanton defeated progressive challenger Kai Newkirk in Arizona’s 4th Congressional District primary after a contentious campaign. Newkirk criticized Stanton for his pro-Israel stance and ties to business interests, but Stanton retained his seat, contrasting with socialist victories in other Democratic primaries. Stanton, a member of the New Democrat Coalition, faces no immediate threat in the general election.
- How one moderate Democratic leader is bracing for Israel politics in the next Congress
Rep. Brad Schneider, leader of the House’s New Democrat Coalition, is examining Democratic divisions over Israel amid a failed Republican amendment to cut U.S. aid to Israel, which drew support from over 100 House Democrats. Progressives framed the vote as a breakthrough reflecting discontent with Israel’s policies toward Palestine and the Gaza war, while Schneider advocates for party unity on Middle East issues. The next Congress will see a stronger Israel-critical bloc among House Democrats.
- AIPAC's next big 2026 target: A Democrat it already ousted from Congress last cycle
AIPAC is spending $865,000 to support Rep. Wesley Bell against Cori Bush in Missouri's 1st Congressional District primary. Bush, a Democratic Socialists of America member, was previously ousted by AIPAC in 2024. Justice Democrats, backing Bush, claims AIPAC's spending harms Democratic politicians.
- Democratic group offers Colorado primary postmortem
Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ political arm BOLD PAC supported Manny Rutinel, who won a Colorado primary against Shannon Bird by 30 points. The primary was a proxy battle among Democratic-aligned groups, with Rutinel's victory attributed to Latino voter turnout in a district that narrowly voted for Trump in 2024.
- Moderate US House Dem group questions USDA’s Rollins over screwworm response
A group of moderate U.S. House Democrats, including Reps. Sharice Davids, Gabe Vasquez, and Jim Costa, sent a letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins demanding transparency and additional resources to address a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers emphasized concerns over the pest's impact on livestock and food prices, while a USDA spokesperson defended the agency's communication efforts.
- House Democrats question USDA’s Rollins over screwworm response
House Democrats, including members of the New Democrat Coalition, demanded the USDA provide more details and allocate resources to address the New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers criticized the Trump administration for insufficient transparency and preparedness, while the USDA defended its communication efforts.
- Moderate US House Dem group questions USDA’s Rollins over screwworm response
A group of 21 moderate House Democrats, including Reps. Sharice Davids, Gabe Vasquez, and Jim Costa, demanded the USDA provide more details and allocate additional resources to address the New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers criticized the Trump administration for insufficient transparency and urged proactive measures to prevent further spread, while a USDA spokesperson defended the agency's communication efforts.
- Moderate US House Dem group questions USDA’s Rollins over screwworm response
A group of House Democrats from the New Democrat Coalition questioned USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins about the agency's response to a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers demanded increased resources and transparency to address the parasitic fly's impact on livestock and food prices, while USDA defended its communication efforts.
- Moderate US House Dem group questions USDA’s Rollins over screwworm response
A group of moderate U.S. House members, including Reps. Sharice Davids, Gabe Vasquez, and Jim Costa, demanded the USDA provide more details and allocate resources to address a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers criticized the Trump administration for insufficient transparency and urged proactive measures to support affected ranchers and prevent further spread. The USDA defended its communication efforts, stating it has provided 'unprecedented' updates to stakeholders.
- House Democrats threaten to withhold DCCC dues after party's California faceplant
House Democrats are threatening to withhold dues from the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) after it spent $135,000 to support a moderate candidate in a California Democratic primary, which clashed with endorsements from progressive and Hispanic caucuses. Lawmakers expressed frustration that the DCCC's actions undermined their influence over primary outcomes and the use of campaign funds.
- Jeffries: First bill of Dem majority would tackle affordability
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced that the first bill of a potential Democratic majority will focus on reducing living costs. The plan includes forming five working groups to address housing, gas/utilities, groceries, caregiving, and health care as part of affordability legislation.
- Trump jolts immigration hawks with surprising defense of Chinese students in USA
President Donald Trump defended Chinese students in the US and softened his stance on Chinese-owned farmland, creating friction within the MAGA movement and overlap with moderate Democrats. Trump argued that banning Chinese students would inflame tensions with Beijing and that they are 'good students' who learn American culture. This stance triggered backlash from the right wing of the MAGA movement.
- Centrist Democratic group wades into primaries
The New Democrat Coalition, a centrist Democratic group, is endorsing Adrian Boafo in Maryland and Melissa Hernandez in California for contested House primaries. Boafo has establishment backing but faces well-funded challengers, while Hernandez is competing to succeed Eric Swalwell who resigned amid sexual misconduct allegations.