Sanders warns billionaire influence, backs progressive Senate hopefuls

Sanders warns billionaire influence, backs progressive Senate hopefuls

Senator Bernie Sanders warned that billionaire contributions could sway key Senate races in the 2026 midterm elections while praising progressive candidates. Earlier, he said the war in Iran is illegal, urged negotiations and called for a single-payer health system. He also told CBS that the Democratic establishment was nervous as anti-establishment candidates kept winning, citing voter frustration over cost-of-living pressures and the lack of universal health care.

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Bernie Sanders Abdul El-Sayed Peggy Flanagan Rahm Emanuel Graham Platner Troy Jackson

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Michigan, United States Minnesota, United States Maine, United States Chicago, Illinois, United States Washington, D.C., United States

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26 juillet 2026
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Sanders cheers on progressive candidates ahead of midterms, says polling shows voters "tired of the status quo"
Sanders cheers on progressive candidates ahead of midterms, says polling shows voters "tired of the status quo"

CBS News • 26 juil. 17h43

Senator Bernie Sanders praised rising progressive candidates and cautioned that large contributions from wealthy donors could influence key Senate races in the 2026 midterm elections.

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Transcript: Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
Transcript: Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026

CBS News • 26 juil. 16h40

Senator Bernie Sanders said the war in Iran is illegal, advocated negotiations, supported progressive candidates in key Senate contests, and called for a single-payer health system.

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"People are sick of Rahm Emanuel": Sanders says progressive wins make Dem establishment "nervous"
"People are sick of Rahm Emanuel": Sanders says progressive wins make Dem establishment "nervous"

Salon.com • 26 juil. 15h21

Senator Bernie Sanders told CBS that the Democratic establishment is nervous as anti-establishment candidates continue to win, citing voter frustration over cost-of-living issues and lack of universal healthcare.

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