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AOC Withholds Endorsements, Shifts Dynamics in NY Primaries

12/16/2025

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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is withholding endorsements in New York primary races, signaling a new role.
She has not endorsed Brad Lander in the comptroller race or Michael Blake against Ritchie Torres.
Progressives criticized Goldman and Torres for their stance on Israel amid the Gaza conflict.
Mayor-Elect Mamdani has endorsed Lander, contrasting with Ocasio-Cortez's approach.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries faces no viable challengers after Chi Ossé withdrew.

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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is withholding endorsements in New York primary races, signaling a new role.
She has not endorsed Brad Lander in the comptroller race or Michael Blake against Ritchie Torres.
Progressives criticized Goldman and Torres for their stance on Israel amid the Gaza conflict.
Mayor-Elect Mamdani has endorsed Lander, contrasting with Ocasio-Cortez's approach.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries faces no viable challengers after Chi Ossé withdrew.