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DSA Candidates Face Republican Criticism

Updated 2026-08-16 17:40 UTC 1 source Negative

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) criticized Democratic Socialists of America candidates, predicting they would form a 'commie caucus' if elected to Congress. The comments came ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

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New York Republican says DSA candidates will make up 'commie caucus' if elected to Congress

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) on Sunday said that Democratic candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) will make up the "commie caucus" if the party reclaims Congress after the fall midterm elections. Malliotakis started off by criticizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamda

2026-08-16 17:04 UTC