House Democratic Primaries

Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.), chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, faces a left-wing primary challenge from 31-year-old community organizer Darializa Avila Chevalier, who announced her bid Wednesday with backing from Justice Democrats. Avila Chevalier cited momentum from NYC Mayor‑elect Zohran Mamdani’s win, criticized Democratic leadership’s performance, and declined to commit to voting for Hakeem Jeffries as House leader if elected.