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Democrats Split on Endorsing Controversial Mayoral Nominee Mamdani

8/31/2025

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Democratic leaders Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Chuck Schumer are hesitant to endorse mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, prioritizing the 2026 midterms.
Mamdani has backing from liberal figures but faces challenges with older Black voters.
Trump and GOP lawmakers label Mamdani as “communist,” impacting support from moderate Democrats.
Jeffries aims to uphold a moderate party image to attract suburban voters.

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Story summary

Democratic leaders Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Chuck Schumer are hesitant to endorse mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, prioritizing the 2026 midterms.
Mamdani has backing from liberal figures but faces challenges with older Black voters.
Trump and GOP lawmakers label Mamdani as “communist,” impacting support from moderate Democrats.
Jeffries aims to uphold a moderate party image to attract suburban voters.