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Socialist who called US 'a disgrace' defeats Democrat incumbent in NYC

Darializa Avila Chevalier defeated Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the Democratic primary for New York’s 13th Congressional District.

Socialist who called US 'a disgrace' defeats Democrat incumbent in NYC
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Darializa Avila Chevalier defeated Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the Democratic primary for New York’s 13th Congressional District. The article recounts controversy over her past statements and describes New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s support for her.

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Former president referenced in a reported criticism by Avila Chevalier

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Senator referenced in a reported criticism by Avila Chevalier

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Darializa Avila Chevalier Wins New York Democratic Primary

Outlets agree Darializa Avila Chevalier defeated Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York’s Democratic congressional primary after receiving Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s support. Left-leaning outlets cast the results as a progressive movement’s gain and, in some coverage, a rebuke to pro-Israel politics. Center outlets often treat them as a measure of Mamdani’s influence, though some stress implications for the party or pro-Israel Democrats. Right-leaning outlets foreground the winners’ socialist identity, Chevalier’s past statements, and risks to Democratic leadership.

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