Mamdani’s New York takeover rattles Democratic establishment: Four takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries

Published June 24, 2026 9:40am ET | Updated June 24, 2026 9:40am ET



Tuesday night’s election results delivered a brutal blow to the Democratic establishment as socialists scored major victories in New York.

1. Mamdani and Democratic Socialists of America win big

Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani cemented his status as a kingmaker in national races Tuesday night, as establishment Democrats fell to a trio of insurgent challengers.

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