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New York Rep. Jerry Nadler draws a 26-year-old Democratic primary challenger
Rep. Jerry Nadler, the dean of the New York congressional delegation, is getting a primary challenger for next year — and it's not from the Democratic Socialists of America. Liam Elkind, a 26-year-old who started an organization during the Covid-19 pandemic that delivered food and medicine, is pitching his run as 'respectfully asking' Nadler to retire. He told CNN that he no longer thinks the 78-year-old Nadler has the energy nor mindset that Democrats need to respond to President Donald Trump and to rebuild their own party. 'There has to be a way of both honoring the 49-year-political career of someone like Jerry Nadler while asking him to build a bridge to the future,' Elkind told CNN. Elkind is coming into the race with the promise of heavy financial backing, including from LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman. Among the local political figures backing him are Dan Doctoroff, who served as a deputy mayor under Michael Bloomberg, and former City Councilman Rafael Espinal, who told CNN, 'This isn't about removing Nadler, but about who is the best person to carry the baton.' Nadler began his political career representing the Upper West Side of Manhattan in the State Assembly, and has been in Congress since 1992. He retains deep loyalty with voters and local politicians, and after handily winning a 2022 primary that pitted him against a fellow incumbent in a redrawn district, he represents the Upper West and Upper East sides as well as Midtown. Elkind grew up in Nadler's district. While he's now living outside of the redrawn lines in an apartment in Chelsea, he is preparing to move in with his brother on the Upper West Side for the duration of the campaign. He'll do that while completing a Ph.D. he began as a Rhodes scholar at Oxford, writing a dissertation about the effects of campaign finance reform on elections. Part of his decision to run, Elkind told CNN, was a conversation he had with Nadler this spring at a local political event. 'What's the plan?' Elkind says he asked about Trump, and says the congressman responded by saying that the president's tariffs will crash the economy and hand Democrats the midterms. 'For a man I respected, a man I grew up voting for, it felt like such an un-strategic take,' Elkind said. A Nadler spokesman called this a passing conversation at an event that wasn't a time to talk strategy. He pointed to the congressman's questioning of Trump officials at House hearings last week and headlining a rally in New York on Monday to criticize the Israeli government's conduct of the war in Gaza as just the most recent evidence of his engagement. 'Congressman Nadler will stake his record of accomplishments against anyone,' said Rob Gottheim. 'Unfortunately, with this individual, I don't think there's any record to speak of.' Nadler is 'going to serve until he doesn't,' Gottheim added. 'He feels he is an effective member of Congress.' Others in the district have been gearing up for congressional runs when Nadler retires, but not to run against him. Elkind said he ranked Democratic mayoral primary winner Zohran Mamdani fifth on his own ballot last month. He disagrees with the democratic socialist on issues including freezing rents and government-owned grocery stores, and for his declining to condemn the phrase 'globalize the intifada.' (Elkind noted that he is Jewish himself.) But Elkind said the focus on affordability and a new approach to politics is much of what's on his mind too. Meanwhile, Nadler's endorsement of Mamdani the day after the primary — done in part, people involved previously told CNN, to quiet primary concerns and connect with the direction Democratic voters chose — has backfired among some of the district's more moderate and Jewish voters who are upset he gave cover to the 33-year-old assemblyman. 'It's hard for me to imagine a better remedy for the problems that ail us in this country today than to bring the kind of leadership that Liam will bring into the arena of public issues,' Dan Weiss, the former president and CEO of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, told CNN.
Daily Mail
21-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Anthony Albanese brings his son Nathan to work as Parliament returns
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was joined by his son Nathan as he made his way from The Lodge to Parliament House ahead of the first sitting week of the new parliament - leaving many to wonder exactly why. Nathan Albanese, was pictured walking alongside his dad on the chilly winter morning, ahead of official proceedings kicking off. Today's photos have renewed interest in Nathan's future, with some wondering if he's preparing to step further into the public eye, perhaps even considering a political career, and whether his father might be grooming him for one. Nathan works for Commonwealth Bank after completing an internship at consultancy giant PwC. Albanese had also pulled some strings back when he was Opposition Leader to secure an internship for Nathan at PwC, after speaking with the company's government relations boss, according to the Australian Financial Review. The following year, however, the uni graduate was involuntarily dragged back into the public eye. Albanese had procured his son a membership to the Qantas Chairman's Lounge - a privilege typically reserved for celebrities, executives and big-name politicians. At the time, many Aussies asked if Nathan was a 'nepo baby' due to his dad's help, but others argued it's the kind of thing most parents would do for their kids if in Albanese's influential position. The children of politicians are usually off limits to prying reporters, but Albanese has shown a readiness to wheel his son out to the public when convenient. The Prime Minister held his son's arm aloft on stage on election night in 2022, calling Nathan his 'proudest achievement' and embracing him in front of swooning supporters. It caused an internet stir, with some saying Nathan had stolen the show. We've reached out to the Prime Minister's office for comment, but until they respond, we can't say for sure why Nathan was there this morning. It could simply have been a son showing support for his father on a significant day, or perhaps a chance to reconnect after his visit to China. Nathan's appearance comes as the Prime Minister begins his second term in office, implementing a lengthy agenda taken to voters at May's election. Among the laws set to be introduced in the first week of parliament are a 20 per cent reduction in HECS debts for students, expanded protection for penalty rates, and increased safety measures for children in childcare centres. Labor's ranks have expanded in the 48th Parliament to include 94 of the 150 seats in the House of Representatives - the first government in nearly 60 years to not lose a single seat at a federal poll. Albanese will address the significantly increased Labor caucus later on Monday, before Parliament is officially opened on Tuesday. Earlier, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley addressed her joint party room for the first time since the Coalition's landslide loss at the election, which has seen their numbers reduced to just 43 seats. She said the real work of opposition would begin with the start of Parliament, but she was ready for the challenge. 'On behalf of struggling Australians, we are here for them. We are here to take the fight up to the government,' she told the party room meeting. 'That's what people expect. They want a Parliament that understands their lives, what their lives are like, and a government that gets out of the way. 'Our policies are up for review, but our values are not.' Ms Ley said the opposition would be willing to work with the government to get the childcare laws passed as soon as possible. 'If the Prime Minister and his team bring forward constructive policies that are in the national interest, then we'll support them, and we'll work with them,' she said. Nationals Leader David Littleproud said the Coalition is prepared for a tough path back to forming government. 'We have to be humble for what has happened to us. But we can do one of two things: we can sit in the corner in the fetal position and give up, or we can come out swinging,' he said. 'And I can tell you what we will do is come out swinging.'
Daily Mail
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Conor McGregor claims Azelia Banks 'nudes' allegations are smokescreen for bigger issue, as UFC star hits back amid Dee Devlin cheating scandal
Conor McGregor has publicly addressed the controversy over the alleged nude images of himself posted online, calling the scandal a smokescreen designed to derail his fledgling political career. The former UFC champion has been at the centre of a public storm following the release of alleged nude photos of himself by rapper Azealia Banks, which she claimed the 37-year-old sent to her unprompted. Banks, who is known for getting into high-profile feuds on social media, posted two shocking photos seemingly of McGregor posing in the mirror while completely naked, which she alleges he sent to her via direct message on X despite not following him. As well as the alleged nude selfies, the screenshots also show a message from what appears to be McGregor's account reading: 'Don't be a rat cos all rats get caught'. Alongside one image which seemingly shows his manhood strapped to a dumbbell, the Irish fighter apparently wrote: 'Lifting weights'. Banks' accusations came after McGregor was caught packing on the PDA with a mystery bikini-clad woman on a Florida beach over the weekend. But according to McGregor, who directly addressed the images on Wednesday, the frenzied social media reaction to his genitalia and broader discussions over his conduct aimed to distract from the issues affecting his native Ireland. 'Don't let them distract you with my G C while they rob our country blind,' McGregor wrote in X, replying to a post that called out the media for focusing on the former fighter's 'sizeable package' rather than 'the facts he is spraying'. Earlier on Monday, Banks accompanied the photos she posted with the message: 'How you gonna send a b**** a some crooked d*** pics then threaten her not to tell,' she wrote alongside the screenshots. '@TheNotoriousMMA n**** do you know who the f*** I am? This is HARAM'. Banks then continued: 'Like how are you really going to sexually harrass me with the potato farmer d*** then threaten me not to tell???? Honey…… ain't u trying to be the president of Ireland what is it giving fam? Use some f***ing sunscreen damn'. McGregor's response comes amid his unlikely bid to become the next president of Ireland. The former fighter announced his intentions in March but later admitted in an interview with conservative American commentator Tucker Carlson that his plan to run for office is unlikely to get off the ground. During the sit-down, McGregor said there are 'stipulations' for running for presidential office, such as needing to be backed by four county councils or receiving 20 nominations from members of the Oireachtas, Ireland's parliament. And he warned that that Irish politicians will 'tarnish' his bid. McGregor has received endorsements from misogynist influencer Andrew Tate and tech billionaire Elon Musk, and his anti-immigration stance has seen him welcomed with open arms by the US MAGA movement. The 37-year-old is currently appealing the result of a civil case after a jury in Dublin found he had raped a woman, Nikita Hand, in 2018 and ordered him to pay damages. In the midst of this legal controversy, he was invited to the White House by Trump for St Patrick's Day - a move that was met with condemnation from Irish politicians and many members of the public. Just days later, he announced his wish to be president. This week, McGregor was captured smooching a mystery brunette in full view of fellow beachgoers in Fort Lauderdale over the weekend. McGregor was spotted enjoying a cold beverage while the woman, who was dressed in a racy leopard print bikini, shared his sun lounger. The pair chatted away in the shade as the sportsman cozied up to her by wrapping his arm around her back. McGregor has been engaged to long-time partner Dee Devlin since August 2020, with the MMA star proposing while he celebrated his 32nd birthday in the south of France. They have been together since 2008 and have four children in Conor Jr, 8, Croia Mairead, 6, Rian, 4, and Mack, 1. Speaking to MMA Fighting in 2015, he said: 'I love to spoil her [Devlin]. She does not work anymore. I hired her for the business. She works for me now and collects the cheques. 'Dee worked very hard throughout the years and stuck by me when I had essentially absolutely nothing. I only had a dream that I was telling her. 'For me to be able to take her out of work, give her everything she's ever wanted and to travel the world with her fills me with pride. It keeps me going. We've been together a long time. She's been through it all with me.' In addition to appealing the verdict of the civil case which concluded he had raped a woman, McGregor is also facing a civil lawsuit for sexual battery in Florida following an alleged incident at a 2023 NBA Finals game in Miami, with a 49-year-old Miami-Dade County resident accusing him of sexually assaulting her in a bathroom. He denied the allegations back in 2023, with his attorney Barbara Llanes insisting her client would 'not be intimidated', and he has faced no criminal charges for that either.
Daily Mail
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Conor McGregor publicly addresses fallout from Azealia Banks 'nudes' allegations for the first time amid Dee Devlin cheating scandal
Conor McGregor has publicly addressed the controversy over the alleged nude images of himself posted online and attempted to use the backlash to fuel his fledgling political career. The former UFC champion has been at the centre of a public storm following the release of alleged nude photos of himself by rapper Azealia Banks, which she claimed the 37-year-old sent to her unprompted. Banks, who is known for getting into high-profile feuds on social media, posted two shocking photos seemingly of McGregor posing in the mirror while completely naked, which she alleges he sent to her via direct message on X despite not following him. As well as the alleged nude selfies, the screenshots also show a message from what appears to be McGregor's account reading: 'Don't be a rat cos all rats get caught'. Alongside one image which seemingly shows his manhood strapped to a dumbbell, the Irish fighter apparently wrote: 'Lifting weights'. Banks' accusations came after McGregor was caught packing on the PDA with a mystery bikini-clad woman on a Florida beach over the weekend. But according to McGregor, who directly addressed the images on Wednesday, the frenzied social media reaction to his genitalia and broader discussions over his conduct are simply a smokescreen, aimed at distracting from the issues affecting his native Ireland. 'Don't let them distract you with my G C while they rob our country blind,' McGregor wrote in X, replying to a post that called out the media for focussing on the former fighter's 'sizeable package' rather than 'the facts he is spraying'. The maddening deflection tactic comes as McGregor makes an unlikely bid to become the next president of Ireland. The former fighter announced his intentions in March but later admitted in an interview with conservative American commentator Tucker Carlson that his plan to run for office is unlikely to get off the ground. During the sit-down, McGregor said there are 'stipulations' for running for presidential office, such as needing to be backed by four county councils or receiving 20 nominations from members of the Oireachtas, Ireland's parliament. And he warned that that Irish politicians will 'tarnish' his bid. McGregor has received endorsements from misogynist influencer Andrew Tate and tech billionaire Elon Musk, and his anti-immigration stance has seen him welcomed with open arms by the US MAGA movement. The 37-year-old is currently appealing the result of a civil case after a jury in Dublin found he had raped a woman, Nikita Hand, in 2018 and ordered him to pay damages. In the midst of this legal controversy, he was invited to the White House by Trump for St Patrick's Day - a move that was met with condemnation from Irish politicians and many members of the public. Just days later, he announced his wish to be president. This week, McGregor was captured smooching a mystery brunette in full view of fellow beachgoers in Fort Lauderdale over the weekend. McGregor was invited to the White House by Trump for St Patrick's Day - a move that was met with condemnation from Irish politicians McGregor has been engaged to long-time partner Dee Devlin since August 2020, with the MMA star proposing while he celebrated his 32nd birthday in the south of France. They have been together since 2008 and have four children in Conor Jr, 8, Croia Mairead, 6, Rian, 4, and Mack, 1. In addition to appealing the verdict of the civil case which concluded he had raped a woman, McGregor is also facing a civil lawsuit for sexual battery in Florida following an alleged incident at a 2023 NBA Finals game in Miami, with a 49-year-old Miami-Dade County resident accusing him of sexually assaulting her in a bathroom. He denied the allegations back in 2023, with his attorney Barbara Llanes insisting her client would 'not be intimidated', and he has faced no criminal charges for that either.
Bloomberg
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Turkey's Popular Mayor Faces Political Ban in Latest Trial
Turkey's most popular opposition politician, Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, is set to appear in court on Wednesday in a case that could end his career. The case launched by the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor's Office in January accuses Imamoglu of threatening the city's top prosecutor and seeks a seven-year prison term as well as a ban on running for political office. Imamoglu has denounced the accusations, saying the judiciary is politicized.
