George Conway, a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, lost the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District on Tuesday, finishing in fifth place with 6.1% of the vote. His campaign spent approximately $5.7 million, averaging $850 per vote.
Conway, who left the Republican Party and ran as a Democrat, faced a crowded field in the primary. The winner, New York State Assemblymember Micah Lasher, secured a significant lead over Conway and other candidates. Trump reacted to Conway’s loss on Truth Social, calling him a "Trump Deranged Loser" and mocking his campaign performance.
Conway’s campaign focused heavily on his opposition to Trump, framing the former president as a corrupt and dangerous figure. However, his message did not resonate strongly with voters in the district, which includes parts of New York City. The primary results highlight the challenges faced by candidates who rely heavily on anti-Trump rhetoric in a competitive Democratic field.
The high spending and low vote share have drawn criticism from political analysts and social media users, who questioned the effectiveness of Conway’s campaign strategy. Some observers noted that the results underscore the difficulty of winning elections based solely on opposition to a polarizing figure like Trump.