Justice Democrats Launch Nationwide Recruitment of Progressive Candidates for 2026

The progressive group aims to challenge centrist Democrats and elevate working-class leaders after setbacks in the 2024 elections.

Justice Democrats announced a new campaign to recruit working-class candidates to run for Congress in the 2026 midterms, targeting both open seats and centrist Democratic incumbents.
The group seeks to expand its influence by focusing on deep-blue districts and challenging corporate-backed Democrats, continuing its strategy since its founding in 2017.
This effort follows significant losses in the 2024 elections, including defeats of prominent members like Cori Bush and Jamaal Bowman, who faced heavy spending from special interest groups like AIPAC.
Justice Democrats argue that the Democratic Party's shift toward affluent voters has alienated its working-class base, contributing to Republican dominance in Washington.
The organization plans to counter the influence of billionaire donors and corporate money by providing resources for grassroots campaigns led by community-connected candidates.