Democrat Golden backs GOP's Lawler in tough New York race

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1. Mon, 21 September 2026

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   • The Hill15:28first to report
     Democrat Golden backs GOP's Lawler in tough New York race

     Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) this week endorsed GOP Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.), crossing the aisle to support the Republican in one of the closest — and most closely watched — contests of the midterm cycle. The move is sure to frustrate Democrats, who are fighting to flip control of the lower chamber and see Lawler’s...

   • pressherald.com15:37
     Jared Golden endorses a vulnerable New York Republican

     Golden, the Maine Democrat not seeking reelection this year, and U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, worked together on lobstering-related legislation.

2. Tue, 22 September 2026

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   • The Hill10:47
     Jeffries hammers Lawler after Dem endorsement: ‘Partisan hack’

     GOP Rep. Mike Lawler (N.Y.) scored a coup this week in winning an unusual endorsement from a Democrat, Rep. Jared Golden (Maine), who is touting Lawler’s bipartisan credentials amid a tough reelection contest. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) isn’t buying it. In a blistering statement in response to Golden’s endorsement, Jeffries bashed Lawler late...