The Hill • June 26, 2026 12:00

Mamdani's big win is a huge loss for Democrats

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Zohran Mamdani is riding high, using his newfound political power as New York City’s mayor to recruit leftist candidates to run for Congress. But while Mamdani is cheering, Democrats are weeping.

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