Schumer Snubbed As Democrat Rivals Throw Him Under The Bus During House Debate [WATCH]

Senate Democratic Minority Leader Chuck Schumer found little support from two Democrats competing for a House seat in the district he calls home during a contentious debate Monday night, as reported by the New York Post.

Rep. Dan Goldman and Democratic challenger Brad Lander appeared on NY1 for a debate moderated by Errol Louis and Courtney Gross ahead of the Democratic primary in New York’s 10th Congressional District. The discussion covered party leadership, President Donald Trump, Israel, immigration, taxes, and housing policy.

One of the most notable moments came when both candidates were asked whether they would support Schumer if he seeks another term in the Senate in 2028.

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Lander, a former New York City comptroller and city councilman, used the question to argue for a broader change in Democratic leadership.

“I think it’s time for new leadership in the Democratic Party. That’s why I’m running in this race against Rep. Goldman,” Lander said.

Goldman, who is seeking a third term in Congress, declined to offer a direct endorsement of Schumer.

“I have not thought about it. I have no idea whether he’s going to run or not. We’ll deal with that when the time comes,” Goldman said.

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While neither candidate committed to backing Schumer, both expressed support for keeping Brooklyn Congressman Hakeem Jeffries as House Democratic leader.

“[Jeffries] endorsed me,” Goldman added.

The 10th Congressional District includes several Manhattan neighborhoods, including Chinatown and the Lower East Side, along with parts of Brooklyn known for their brownstone-lined streets and waterfront communities.

Throughout the debate, the two Democrats repeatedly exchanged criticism.

Lander, who has received backing from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, referred to Goldman multiple times as a “corporate Democrat.”

He also criticized Goldman for declining to endorse Mamdani during last year’s mayoral race after Mamdani secured the Democratic nomination. Lander further argued that Goldman has relied on personal wealth to help fund his political campaigns.

Goldman responded by attacking Lander’s political record and experience.

The congressman, who previously served as lead counsel during the first House impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump and worked as a federal prosecutor, described Lander as a “career politician” who “can’t be trusted.”

The candidates also found common ground on several issues.

Both said they would pursue impeachment proceedings against President Trump again if Democrats regain control of the House of Representatives. They also supported increased federal funding for public housing and advocated raising taxes on wealthy Americans.

The debate featured sharp disagreements over Israel and U.S. policy in the Middle East.

Goldman participated in New York City’s Israel Day Parade, while Lander did not. Lander has accused the Israeli government of committing “genocide” in Gaza and said he would vote against all U.S. military aid to Israel.

The two Jewish candidates also addressed immigration enforcement. Both said Immigration and Customs Enforcement should be abolished because of what they described as controversial detention policies.

During a lightning-round segment at the end of the debate, Goldman said he would attend a Knicks championship playoff game if given the opportunity.

Lander offered a different answer, saying he would attend a Knicks watch party because tickets at Madison Square Garden are too expensive.

The debate comes as polling suggests a competitive race. A recent Pix 11/Emerson College survey showed Lander holding a sizable lead over Goldman, with 57% support compared to 34% for the incumbent congressman. Goldman’s campaign, however, disputed the poll’s findings.

With the primary approaching, the debate highlighted divisions within New York Democrats over party leadership, foreign policy, immigration, and the future direction of the Democratic Party.

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