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Goldman loses House seat after NY-10 Democratic primary defeat to Lander
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Former City Comptroller Brad Lander defeated Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman in New York’s 10th Congressional District primary, with significant support from Mayor Zohran Mamdani and progressive allies.
- The race highlighted divisions within the Democratic Party over Israel, with Goldman supporting military aid to Israel and Lander criticizing the Israeli government's actions in the Gaza conflict.
- Goldman, once considered a rising star for his role in Trump’s first impeachment trial, faced vulnerabilities due to his pro-Israel stance and lost despite endorsements from prominent Democrats and labor unions.
- Lander received endorsements from national progressives like Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, and emphasized his experience in city government and advocacy on immigration issues.
- Goldman becomes the fifth incumbent House member to lose a primary in 2026, reflecting growing voter dissatisfaction with party leadership.
