American urban planner and Los Angeles city councilmember (4th district) since 2020
Progressive candidates endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani have won three key Democratic primaries in New York, expanding the left’s influence in Congress. Brad Lander, Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez have defeated establishment-backed rivals in the 10th, 13th and 7th districts, with open seats in play and a broader shift underway.
Prediction markets tied to elections and sports have surged, with record volumes and new entrants. Regulators warn of manipulation risks as platforms expand amid ongoing court battles over their legality.