The main answer is: in New York this fall, the socialist-backed candidates who just won the Democratic primaries are expected to face Republican opponents in the general election.

Likely matchups

  • Brad Lander is expected to face a Republican challenger in November after winning his primary.
  • Darializa Avila Chevalier is also expected to face a Republican opponent in November after defeating Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the Democratic primary.
  • Claire Valdez won her race as well and is expected to head into the general election against a Republican opponent.

Why this is getting attention

These wins were described as a socialist or Mamdani-backed sweep in New York City’s Democratic primaries, with the big surprise being that some sitting Democrats were defeated.

What I’d clarify

If by “running against socialist in NY” you mean a specific race, I can narrow it to:

  • NYC mayor,
  • a House district,
  • or the New York governor’s race.