The rise of DSA is killing off Resistance 1.0 Democrats
Democrats who ooze anti-Trump resistance credibility — even central figures in past Trump impeachments — are struggling to withstand the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America and their allies in party primaries.Why it matters: In the first Trump administration, involvement in impeachment was a fast-track ticket to Democratic stardom. Now it's seen as little more than set-dressing for an unpopular party establishment."Being aggressive on accountability and corruption (such as with impeachment) is not enough," one House Democrat told Axios in a text message.
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Democrats who ooze anti-Trump resistance credibility — even central figures in past Trump impeachments — are struggling to withstand the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America and their allies in party primaries.Why it matters: In the first Trump administration, involvement in impeachment was a fast-track ticket to Democratic stardom. Now it's seen as little more than set-dressing for an unpopular party establishment."Being aggressive on accountability and corruption (such as with impeachment) is not enough," one House Democrat told Axios in a text message. Democratic primary voters, the Democrat said, "are looking for us to be more aggressive and bold on a whole host of issues. Standing up to Trump is a must, but it's not enough in 2026."Another House Democrat said of impeachment: "Members now realize that it's not that big of a deal.
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- Democrats who ooze anti-Trump resistance credibility — even central figures in past Trump impeachments — are struggling to withstand the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America and their allies in party primaries.Why it matters: In the first Trump administration, involvement in impeachment was a fast-track ticket to Democratic stardom. Now it's seen as little more than set-dressing for an unpopular party establishment."Being aggressive on accountability and corruption (such as with impeachment) is not enough," one House Democrat told Axios in a text message.
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