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Rep. Jared Moskowitz Targets Democratic Socialists After Primary Victory
8/21/2026, 6:09:32 AM
Primary Win and Anti-DSA Rhetoric
Following his primary victory over Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidate Oliver Larkin, Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Florida) centered his post-win remarks on condemning the DSA rather than outlining policy priorities. In an interview with Politico, he likened the organization to a “disaster area” in Florida and suggested that DSA members elected to Congress should be barred from receiving security clearances.
Security-Clearance Argument
Moskowitz questioned whether individuals who have expressed “anti-American” or “pro-Russian and pro-China” views should be trusted with classified information. Current members of Congress who identify as democratic socialists—such as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York), Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan), and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont)—already possess the clearances required by their offices, as do their staff.
Attack on Progressive Figures and Hasan Piker
Moskowitz also singled out progressive streamer Hasan Piker, accusing him of undermining the Democratic Party. He declared, “I’m standing up for the Democratic Party…I’m standing up for all Americans that love this country.”
Official Statements & Responses
Moskowitz’s remarks were disseminated through multiple interviews and a single post on X that read, “My condolences to @hasanthehun,” tagging Piker. No formal response from the House leadership or the Department of State regarding his security-clearance proposal has been recorded.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Florida is known for hurricanes, and so the DSA is a disaster area in Florida — and there’s no federal reimbursement coming to help these people,” — Rep. Jared Moskowitz
- “I’m standing up for the Democratic Party…I’m standing up for all Americans that love this country.” — Rep. Jared Moskowitz
- “I’m genuinely concerned for his mental well-being,” — Hasan Piker
