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Espaillat faces 'existential' primary challenge from progressive rival

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Representative Adriano Espaillat is facing a significant reelection challenge in his New York district, described by some as an "existential" battle. His opponent, Darializa Avila Chevalier, is backed by progressive groups like the Democratic Socialists of America and Justice Democrats, while Espaillat has support from establishment figures including Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Outside groups are investing heavily in the race, with pro-Espaillat PACs spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to counter Chevalier's challenge. AI

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Espaillat faces 'existential' primary challenge from progressive rival

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