Dem candidate clears crowded field to face Trump-backed incumbent in NY
New York's 17th Congressional District Democratic primary sets up a high-stakes general election against GOP Rep. Mike Lawler in a key House race.
TL;DR
- Cait Conley won the Democratic primary in New York's 17th Congressional District.
- She will face Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in the general election.
- The race is considered a key battleground for control of the U.S. House.
- Lawler has previously criticized Conley's ties to the Afghanistan withdrawal.
- The district spans parts of four counties and has a diverse electorate.
- Lawler has won the district in previous elections, defying expectations.