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Micah Lasher holds off Bores, Schlossberg to win NY-12 Democratic Congressional primary

Lasher won the Democratic primary to succeed retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler.

Micah Lasher holds off Bores, Schlossberg to win NY-12 Democratic Congressional primary
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This article1 analysis · Oct 5, 2026
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Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District, leading Alexander Bores 39% to 35% with nearly 90% of votes counted. The race also drew attention to candidates’ views on artificial intelligence and Big Tech.

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Winner of the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District

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Runner-up in the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District

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Candidate who finished fourth in the primary

ALSO MENTIONED  Jerry Nadler, Retiring representative whose seat the candidates sought; John F. Kennedy, Former president referenced as Schlossberg’s grandfather; Kathy Hochul, Governor who congratulated Lasher at his election-night party; Mayor Mamdani, Mayor who did not endorse a candidate in the race; Michael Bloomberg, Former mayor who funded a super PAC supporting Lasher

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Micah Lasher Wins New York 12th District Democratic Primary

Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District; the crowded contest also featured Alex Bores and Jack Schlossberg. Left-leaning outlets present the result as a setback for opponents of stricter AI regulation. Center outlets largely describe a crowded, costly primary, highlighting Schlossberg’s Kennedy profile and the fight over AI spending and regulation. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Lasher’s win, prominent rivals and campaign dynamics, though one article uses derisive language about losing candidates.

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