Johnson Warns 3 New York Primary Wins Show Communism Reaching U.S. Shores
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Updated · Fox News · Jun 24
Johnson Warns 3 New York Primary Wins Show Communism Reaching U.S. Shores
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 24
Summary
Three DSA-backed candidates won New York House primaries, prompting Speaker Mike Johnson to say communism is now "on our own shores" and that the insurgent left is rising.
Brad Lander and Darializa Avila Chevalier unseated Democratic incumbents, while Claire Valdez captured an open seat; all three are favored in November in heavily Democratic districts.
Johnson cast the victories as evidence of a broader socialist push, citing the candidates' support for policies including abolishing ICE and a wealth tax and their sharp criticism of Israel.
Avila Chevalier drew added scrutiny over deleted posts backing open borders and saying "Israel doesn't exist," while Johnson also pointed to California socialist candidate Mai Vang as another sign the movement is spreading.