Far-left candidate backed by Sanders, AOC on verge of Democratic congressional primary upset

A far-left candidate backed by progressive champions Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is close to pulling off an upset victory with votes still being counted in a Democratic congressional primary, putting their own campaign at risk of being overshadowed. The candidate's surge in support has raised eyebrows among party leaders, who had initially endorsed the more centrist contender. A win for the far-left candidate would be a significant shock in the party, which is generally considered to lean progressive but is dominated by moderates and centrists. If successful, it could spark a wider debate about the future direction of the Democratic Party.