Mondaire Jones seeks to reclaim House seat in New York

Former Rep. Mondaire Jones has announced his comeback bid for Congress in New York's 17th Congressional District, setting up a potentially fierce Democratic primary in a crucial swing seat. Jones, one of the first openly gay Black men elected to Congress, is known for his support of progressive policies such as "Medicare for All" and the "Green New Deal." He will face Liz Whitmer Gereghty, an education advocate and sister of Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who is expected to take a more moderate stance. Democrats are eager to flip the seat currently held by Republican Rep. Mike Lawler.