
New York Assemblyman Micah Lasher has won the Democratic nomination in the 12th Congressional District, NBC News projects, benefiting from his deep ties to the area and backing from party leaders in a primary that drew national attention. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
Main Idea: Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary in New York’s 12th Congressional District after a race shaped by heavy spending around AI policy and support from party leaders.
Key Points:
AI-backed spending in the race shows how big money can shape elections, which may leave voters worried that policy choices favor donors over ordinary people.
Lasher's win may keep the seat aligned with party-backed plans,.
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Major candidate whose campaign and AI-regulation fight drew national spending and shaped the primary.
Central figure in the article as the projected winner of the Democratic nomination in New York’s 12th Congressional.
AI company that backed a super PAC spending to defend Bores.
Governor whose endorsement is highlighted as important backing for Lasher.
Super PAC supported by Anthropic that spent heavily in the primary.
Pro-AI group whose affiliated spending against Bores is a major part of the article.
Former mayor and major political backer whose support and spending are central to the race.
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Retiring representative who currently holds the seat and endorsed Lasher.
Super PAC that spent at least $8 million against Bores.
Prominent candidate in the primary field, mentioned as part of the contest.
Notable candidate in the crowded primary who finished third.