George Conway, high-profile conservative lawyer turned Trump critic, launches run for Congress
ABC News••general
Key Points:
- George Conway, a lawyer and prominent Trump critic, announced his Democratic candidacy for the New York City congressional seat being vacated by Rep. Jerry Nadler, emphasizing the importance of protecting democracy and rule of law.
- Conway, who previously had a conservative legal career and co-founded the anti-Trump Lincoln Project, has shifted firmly to the Democratic Party after leaving the GOP in 2018 and supporting Kamala Harris's 2024 presidential bid.
- He faces a competitive Democratic primary with about a dozen candidates, including notable figures like Jack Schlossberg and Cameron Kasky, but believes his experience fighting Trump sets him apart.
- Conway has strong ties to the district, having lived and worked in New York City for much of his career,
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