Progressive Surge Shakes Democratic Future

Three progressive candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani swept New York’s House primaries, sparking wild speculation that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez could run for president in 2028—not Senate. The momentum isn’t confined to NYC: Bernie Sanders’ endorsed candidate won Maine’s Senate race, and a Sanders ally leads in Michigan’s open House seat. Democrats are calling it a “political earthquake,” seeing Ocasio-Cortez’s agenda—healthcare overhaul, corporate accountability—as presidential material. Meanwhile, Minnesota’s lieutenant governor race remains a toss-up, and Schumer’s laser-focused on Senate control. Republicans are sounding the alarm, warning of higher taxes and a leftward shift in the party, as this surge shakes both parties to their core. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9746f1677ded43f0