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Dan Goldman Prepares to Defend His Seat

January 6, 2026 · 12:31 pm ET · Leave a Comment

“In another district or another time, Representative Daniel Goldman of New York City would probably coast to re-election for his safely Democratic seat,” the New York Times reports.

“He is a well-spoken former prosecutor with liberal bona fides and a vast personal fortune. He won plaudits as the House’s chief investigator during President Trump’s first impeachment, and could reprise that role if Democrats take back the chamber.”

“But as he formally begins his campaign for a third term on Tuesday, Mr. Goldman, 49, is instead girding for the fight of his political life as he faces a primary challenge from Brad Lander, a popular former city official.”

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