A Democratic strategist has announced his candidacy for Indiana’s 7th Congressional District, seeking to unseat incumbent Rep. Andre Carson. The challenger is no stranger to the political arena, having worked as a communications aide at the Department of Justice under President Barack Obama and later serving on Pete Buttigieg’s presidential campaign in 2020.
The strategist, whose name has not been publicly disclosed, founded his own strategy firm in Indiana and boasts a strong background in national politics. His decision to challenge Carson, who easily won reelection last year by a margin of roughly 40 points against a Republican challenger, is seen as a significant development in the state’s political landscape.
While the challenger’s identity has not been officially disclosed, it is believed that he may be seeking to capitalize on growing discontent among some Democratic circles with Carson’s moderate stance and perceived lack of progressive credentials.
Source: https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5240295-george-hornedo-andre-carson-indiana-challenger/