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Comptroller Brad Lander Weighs Congressional Bid Amid Controversy

11/17/2025

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Brad Lander, the comptroller, is considering a run for Congress in New York's 10th District after his term ends.
He has drawn support from progressive circles, especially after endorsing Zohran Mamdani in the mayoral race.
Critics say Lander enables antisemitism amid rising Gaza conflict tensions.
His shifting rhetoric on Israel has drawn attention as he weighs a challenge to incumbent U.S. Representative Dan Goldman, a centrist.

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Story summary

Brad Lander, the comptroller, is considering a run for Congress in New York's 10th District after his term ends.
He has drawn support from progressive circles, especially after endorsing Zohran Mamdani in the mayoral race.
Critics say Lander enables antisemitism amid rising Gaza conflict tensions.
His shifting rhetoric on Israel has drawn attention as he weighs a challenge to incumbent U.S. Representative Dan Goldman, a centrist.