House Democrat Crosses Party Lines to Endorse Rep. Mike Lawler in Midterms Race
Representative Mike Lawler received Jared Golden’s endorsement as he seeks re-election against Cait Conley in a New York swing district.
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TAP FOR WHYRepresentative Jared Golden endorsed Republican Representative Mike Lawler, who is seeking re-election in a New York swing district. The cross-party endorsement drew criticism from House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries and Lawler’s challenger, Cait Conley.
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8 OUTLETSOutlets agree that retiring Democratic Rep. Jared Golden endorsed Republican Rep. Mike Lawler for reelection, citing Lawler’s bipartisan work, including on lobster-related policy. Center outlets frame the endorsement as recognition of bipartisan work and place it in the context of Lawler’s competitive race; several also report Democratic criticism. Right-leaning outlets likewise emphasize the cross-party endorsement and cooperation, with some also noting Democratic leaders’ criticism.
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