In a surprise upset, Jack Schlossberg, a member of the storied Kennedy family and newcomer to politics, has fallen short in his bid for a congressional seat in New York. Despite his family's influential legacy and high-profile backing, Schlossberg was defeated by New York state Assembly Member Micah Lasher in a closely contested Democratic primary. The open seat, which has drawn a crowded and competitive field of candidates, was seen as a key test of Schlossberg's ability to connect with voters outside of his family's well-known name. Lasher's victory marks a significant upset in a district that has been considered a stronghold for Democrats.


Kennedy family scion and political novice Jack Schlossberg lost Tuesday to New York state Assembly Member Micah Lasher, in a closely watched and crowded Democratic primary for an open congressional ...