Clean sweep for Mamdani-backed candidates in New York's Democratic primary
Progressive candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani achieved a clean sweep in recent Democratic primary elections. Notable victories include Brad Lander defeating incumbent Dan Goldman and Darializa Avila Chevalier unseating Adriano Espaillat.
Why it matters
The results signal a significant shift toward the democratic socialist wing of the Democratic Party in New York, highlighting internal party divisions over foreign policy and local leadership.
Image source, Getty Images By Madeline Halpert and Sareen Habeshian New York Published 24 June 2026, 03:17 BST Updated 1 hour ago US congressman Dan Goldman has been defeated in a New York primary election, capping a clean sweep for candidates backed by New York s democratic socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
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