George Latimer, a Pro-Israel Centrist, Defeats Jamaal Bowman in New York Democratic Primary

Mr. Latimer got into the race at the urging of Jewish leaders and had substantial financial backing from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.

AP/Jeenah Moon
The Westchester County executive, George Latimer, at his election night party, June 25, 2024 at White Plains, New York. AP/Jeenah Moon

A pro-Israel centrist, George Latimer, defeated Congressman Jamaal Bowman on Tuesday in a Democratic primary at suburban New York that highlighted the party’s deep divisions over the war in Gaza.

Have an account? Log In

To continue reading, please select:

Limited Access

Enter your email to read for FREE

Get 1 FREE article

Continue with
or
Unlimited Access

Join the Sun for a PENNY A DAY

$0.01/day for 60 days

Cancel anytime

100% ad free experience

Unlimited article and commenting access

Full annual dues ($120) billed after 60 days

By continuing you agree to our
Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Advertisement
The New York Sun

© 2025 The New York Sun Company, LLC. All rights reserved.

Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The material on this site is protected by copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used.

The New York Sun

Sign in or  Create a free account

or
By continuing you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use