George Conway, the lawyer who spent years attacking Donald Trump from within conservative circles, just filed paperwork to run as a Democrat for Congress in Manhattan’s most liberal district.
Story Snapshot
- Conway filed to run for New York’s 12th Congressional District as Jerry Nadler retires
- The former conservative lawyer transformed into a fierce Trump critic and Lincoln Project co-founder
- He faces a crowded Democratic primary including Jack Schlossberg, JFK’s grandson
- Conway’s campaign refuses to comment on his official filing or candidacy plans
From Conservative Lawyer to Democratic Candidate
Conway’s political transformation represents one of the most dramatic reversals in modern politics. The accomplished attorney who once moved in Republican circles and initially supported Trump has become one of the president’s most relentless critics. His journey from conservative legal mind to Democratic congressional hopeful illustrates the deep fractures Trump created within traditional Republican ranks.
I bet Kellyanne is happy to be rid of that fat albatross.
‘Stone cold LOSER' George Conway mounts New York congressional run — as a Democrat https://t.co/mMNbtm94IS
— Mimi-to4 (@KatDow55) December 23, 2025
The Lincoln Project Connection Raises Questions
Conway co-founded the Lincoln Project, an organization that claimed to oppose Trump from a conservative perspective but faced serious scandals involving financial mismanagement and inappropriate conduct by leadership. The group’s credibility suffered major blows when revelations emerged about how donation money was spent and handled. Conway’s association with this troubled organization will likely become a campaign issue as voters examine his judgment and motivations.
Unhinged Never-Trumper George Conway Officially Enters New York Congressional Race as Democrat After Coming Out as Antifa https://t.co/z8YxHBLPSM #gatewaypundit via @gatewaypundit
— Don Hum (@DonHum3) December 24, 2025
Manhattan District Offers Friendly Territory
New York’s 12th Congressional District stretches from Union Square to northern Central Park, encompassing some of Manhattan’s most liberal neighborhoods. Conway chose strategically, running where his anti-Trump credentials play as strengths rather than liabilities. The district’s voters overwhelmingly oppose Trump, making Conway’s transformation from conservative to progressive more palatable to the Democratic primary electorate he needs to win.
Crowded Primary Field Complicates Path
Conway enters a competitive race featuring notable candidates including Jack Schlossberg, President Kennedy’s grandson, and Micah Lasher, who served as Nadler’s aide. These opponents bring name recognition and Democratic establishment connections that Conway lacks. His late entry and refusal to officially announce creates uncertainty about his campaign’s seriousness and organizational strength heading into what promises to be an expensive Manhattan primary battle.
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Trump critic George Conway takes steps to run for New York City congressional seat
