Rep. Jerry Nadler endorses former aide Micah Lasher for Congress

Nadler's longtime aide seeks to succeed him in deep blue Manhattan district

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., has endorsed New York State Assembly Member Micah Lasher, his former longtime aide, in the crowded House primary to serve as the congressman's successor in the deep blue Manhattan-area district.

Why it matters

Nadler's endorsement of his former aide Lasher is seen as a significant boost in the race to succeed the longtime Democratic congressman in this solidly blue district. Lasher's victory would maintain Nadler's progressive legacy in the House.

The details

Nadler praised Lasher, saying he will "bring a sense of urgency, creativity, and fearlessness to Washington." Lasher said the endorsement "means so much" to him, calling Nadler a model of "smart, principled, progressive leadership."

  • Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., endorsed Micah Lasher on February 9, 2026.

The players

Rep. Jerry Nadler

A longtime Democratic congressman representing New York's 12th district.

Micah Lasher

A New York State Assembly Member and Nadler's former longtime aide, who is running to succeed Nadler in Congress.

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What they’re saying

“I'm proud and excited to endorse @micahlasher for Congress. He'll bring a sense of urgency, creativity, and fearlessness to Washington.”

— Rep. Jerry Nadler (X)

“This endorsement means so much to me. Jerry Nadler has set an incredibly high bar for decades for smart, principled, progressive leadership on issue after issue. I'm honored beyond words to have his support.”

— Micah Lasher (X)

The takeaway

Nadler's endorsement of his former aide Lasher is seen as a significant boost in the race to succeed the longtime Democratic congressman in this solidly blue district, as Lasher seeks to maintain Nadler's progressive legacy in the House.