Progressive Caucus
Coverage of Progressive Caucus in the Nexus archive.
- Democrats lean further away from Israel
A recent amendment vote in Congress revealed Democratic tensions over Israel, with nearly half the caucus supporting it, including leaders like Katherine Clark and Nancy Pelosi. Progressives predict a shift on the issue following the ousting of three incumbents by left-leaning candidates and growing support for the 'Block the Bombs Act' to restrict weapon transfers to Israel.
- NYC BUDGET: Still no handshake between Mamdani and Menin as CityFHEPS fight comes down to deadline wire
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin have not reached a budget agreement as disagreements over funding for CityFHEPS, a rental assistance program, escalate near the June 30 deadline. Progressive Caucus and other council members demand increased funding for CityFHEPS, warning that delays force New Yorkers out of homes amid rising rents.
- Rep. Dan Goldman unseated by Mamdani-backed Brad Lander
Rep. Dan Goldman was defeated in his Democratic primary by Brad Lander, who received support from New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The victory reflects a trend of progressive candidates unseating Democratic incumbents in primaries, with Goldman facing criticism for his support of Israel.