Scripps News and Decision Desk HQ project that George Latimer will emerge as the winner of the Democratic primary election for New York’s 16th Congressional District, defeating incumbent U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman.
Latimer has been serving as the Westchester County executive since 2018.
This primary race featured a showdown between Latimer, a moderate, and Bowman, a progressive Democrat, who clashed on various issues, with the Israel-Hamas conflict being a focal point of contention.
Bowman’s criticism of Israel’s military actions in Gaza, including his allegation of genocide, drew backlash, while Latimer received endorsements from pro-Israel groups for his consistent support of the country.
With his victory in the primary, Latimer is poised to retain the seat for the Democratic Party in a district known to lean heavily Democratic.