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Mamdani’s hat-trick in New York, Trump’s hedged bet in South Carolina, and other takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
By Eric Bradner, Aaron Blake, CNN
(CNN) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani saw a clean sweep Tuesday, with House candidates backed by the democratic socialist mayor winning three congressional primaries — ousting two incumbent Democrats in the process.
Mamdani’s show of force were the lates...
Key takeaway Mamdani’s show of force were the lates...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Democratic Party's shift towards progressive candidates, as seen in New York City's recent primaries, may have implications for El Paso 's own political landscape. As the city's voters consider their own representation in Congress, they may be influenced by the national trend of democratic socialists gaining traction. El Paso's congressional districts have historically been represented by moderate Democrats, but the success of candidates like Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez in New York could embolden local progressive challengers to take on established incumbents. Additionally, the focus on the US relationship with Israel in the New York primaries may resonate with El Paso's own diverse community, where international relations and foreign policy can have a significant impact on local families and businesses. As the midterm elections approach, El Pasoans will be watching to see how these national trends play out in their own backyard.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Eric Bradner, Aaron Blake, CNN
(CNN) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani saw a clean sweep Tuesday, with House candidates backed by the democratic socialist mayor winning three congressional primaries — ousting two incumbent Democrats in the process.
Mamdani’s show of force were the lates...
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