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Brad Lander launches congressional bid in Manhattan

Lander announced a Democratic primary campaign for Congress against Rep. Dan Goldman.

Brad Lander launches congressional bid in Manhattan
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Outgoing New York City Comptroller Brad Lander announced a Democratic primary challenge to Rep. Dan Goldman. Lander launched his campaign with criticism of President Donald Trump and received an endorsement from Sen. Bernie Sanders.

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House candidate challenging Rep. Dan Goldman

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President criticized in Lander’s campaign remarks

Bernie Sanders
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Senator who endorsed Lander

U.S. representative and candidate Lander is challenging

ALSO MENTIONED  Andrew Cuomo, Former governor and rival in the mayoral primary; Zohran Mamdani, Mayor-elect and political ally of Lander

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Brad Lander Announces Congressional Campaign With Mamdani’s Endorsement

Outlets agree that Brad Lander launched a Democratic primary challenge to Rep. Dan Goldman with Zohran Mamdani’s endorsement. Left-leaning outlets present Lander as an appealing progressive challenger and focus on his differences with Goldman. Center outlets largely describe the launch and endorsements, with several highlighting disputes over Israel, AIPAC and the district’s progressive direction. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Lander’s ties to Mamdani and progressive politics, while also highlighting scrutiny of his protest history.

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