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Ocasio-Cortez Slams Dem Leaders Over Mamdani Endorsement Delay

9/5/2025

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Ocasio-Cortez criticized Democratic leaders Jeffries and Schumer for not endorsing socialist candidate Mamdani in the NYC mayoral race.
She warned that this lack of support threatens party unity and future endorsements.
Schumer intends to meet Mamdani soon but has not endorsed him directly.
National Republicans see Mamdani's candidacy as a potential liability for Democrats in the 2026 midterms.

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Ocasio-Cortez criticized Democratic leaders Jeffries and Schumer for not endorsing socialist candidate Mamdani in the NYC mayoral race.
She warned that this lack of support threatens party unity and future endorsements.
Schumer intends to meet Mamdani soon but has not endorsed him directly.
National Republicans see Mamdani's candidacy as a potential liability for Democrats in the 2026 midterms.