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Kennedy scion Jack Schlossberg loses to Micah Lasher in crowded New York City congressional primary
By Anthony Izaguirre, Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
The Kennedy dynasty won't be returning to Congress next year. 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 seat in the heart of Manhattan.Lasher...
Key takeaway 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 seat in the heart of Manhattan.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents, the outcome of this New York City congressional primary may seem distant, but the themes of responsive representation and bold new ideas resonate locally. As Montgomery County continues to grow and evolve, its residents expect their elected officials to address pressing concerns such as transportation, public safety, and education. The call for "frank, responsive and inspiring candidates" echoed by Jack Schlossberg is not unique to Manhattan, as Magnolia voters also desire authentic and effective leadership. The fact that Micah Lasher's victory was backed by the Democratic establishment in New York City may prompt local observers to consider the role of party politics in shaping the direction of Montgomery County's government and schools. As the Houston area continues to expand, the interplay between local and national issues will become increasingly important, making the lessons from this congressional primary relevant to Magnolia's own civic discourse.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? The Kennedy dynasty won't be returning to Congress next year. 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 seat in the heart of Manhattan.Lasher...
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