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Brad Lander defeats Rep. Dan Goldman in NY-10 Democratic primary, CBS News projects
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Key Points:
- Brad Lander defeated two-term incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman for the Democratic nomination in New York's 10th Congressional District, which includes Lower Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn, according to CBS News projections.
- Lander, backed by progressive leaders such as Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Senator Bernie Sanders, is favored to win the November general election against Jennifer Moore, who ran unopposed in the primary.
- The race highlighted differing views on U.S. policy toward Israel, with Lander emphasizing his commitment to Palestinian human rights alongside opposition to anti-Jewish bigotry.
- Goldman, known for his criticism of former President Trump and leadership in the 2019 impeachment proceedings, conceded and congratulated Lander, expressing respect for the voters' decision.
- Both candidates opposed President Trump's immigration policies and the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during their campaigns.
