‘Red-letter day’: Democrats fret Mamdani’s socialists will cost them in November

Democrats are concerned that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's endorsement of three candidates, including two socialists, could harm the party in the November elections. The three candidates won their House primary races, signaling a strong push for more progressive policies within the party. This shift worries some Democrats who fear it could alienate moderate and independent voters, potentially affecting the party's chances in swing districts. The implications of these endorsements highlight a growing internal divide within the Democratic Party between progressive and more centrist factions.