Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises

WASHINGTON — As Janeese Lewis George paves a path to the mayor’s office in Washington, D.C., she’s told voters they could have it all. Her unapologetically expansive, left-wing agenda includes subsidized or even free childcare, increased down payment assistance for homebuyers and community resources to reduce crime, plus a promise to aggressively confront President Donald … Read more

Democratic socialists are on the rise in Trump-era mayoral races

Washington, D.C., mayoral candidate Janeese Lewis George looked at a teeming crowd on Tuesday evening and issued a proclamation about her candidacy as a democratic socialist: “If there were any doubt, let it now be laid to rest,” she said. “It is the people of D.C. who elect the mayor of D.C.” Subscribe to read … Read more

Socialists cheer ‘shockwave’ primary night as DSA-backed candidates win, advance across the map

Caroline Shinkle eyes flipping deep-blue NYC district Caroline Shinkle, a Republican candidate, discusses her campaign to flip New York’s 12th Congressional District, emphasizing a “common sense over crazy” approach. She describes her mission to save New York City from socialist policies and economic challenges, citing concerns about crime and the cost of living. Shinkle also … Read more

NJ Dem pushes ‘Jersey Pride’ bill, takes shots at New York: ‘Bunch of socialists’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., unveiled new legislation aiming to dethrone the ubiquitous “I Love NY,” tourist paraphernalia and establish “Jersey Pride” in his state, the lawmaker announced Wednesday. Gottheimer’s bill would establish a 25% tax credit for businesses that sell New Jersey-branded products in airports, train stations … Read more

McIntosh: Midterms a choice between Trump’s ‘great progress’ and ‘socialists back in’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! PALM BEACH, Fla. — As Republicans aim to hold their fragile House and Senate majorities in the 2026 midterm elections, they’ve got an ally in the politically potent and deep-pocketed fiscally conservative group Club for Growth. Framing the midterms, Club for Growth President David McIntosh emphasized in … Read more