A series of British-supported candidates suffered defeats in New York's primary elections on Tuesday, as the Washington establishment pivoted sharply leftwards. The result is a setback for the UK government's attempts to exert influence across the Atlantic and a signal that the centre of gravity in American politics is shifting.
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British-backed hopefuls lose ground in New York primary as establishment moves left
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By Sarah Jenkins
Published 24 June 2026 · 2 MIN READ
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Sarah Jenkins
Sarah Jenkins is a senior correspondent at The Prime, covering UK policy, markets, and global affairs from London.
