Jack Schlossberg, the Kennedy Running for Congress in New York

The Political Scene | The New Yorker26mJune 8, 2026
AI-Generated Summary

Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of JFK and a self-described 'Democrat, American, and New Yorker,' is running for Congress in New York with a bold, unapologetic platform centered on holding President Trump accountable through impeachment. He argues that Trump’s $4 billion in foreign deals, cryptocurrency sales using presidential power, and stock trading ahead of foreign visits constitute impeachable bribery under the Constitution. Schlossberg rejects the idea that impeachment is futile, contrasting himself with frontrunner Michael Lasher, who downplays the effort. He calls for a complete ban on congressional stock trading—while defending Nancy Pelosi’s legal but controversial market performance. On foreign policy, Schlossberg draws a line at October 7th, 2023, calling it a turning point: he opposes sending offensive weapons to Israel after that date, though he still supports Iron Dome for civilian protection. He frames his stance as evolving with the crisis, not inconsistent. Schlossberg also endorses democratic socialist candidate Eric Adams (Mamdani), yet insists he is not a socialist—only a capitalist who believes in democracy. His campaign blends legacy, principle, and a sharp critique of elite political norms.

Key Takeaways
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Demand impeachment of President Trump for bribery, citing $4B in foreign deals, cryptocurrency sales, and stock trades using presidential power.

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Call for a complete ban on congressional stock trading, even while defending Nancy Pelosi’s legal but high-performing investments.

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Oppose sending offensive weapons to Israel after October 7th, 2023, but support Iron Dome to protect 600,000 American civilians in Israel.

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Argue that the Iran war under Trump was the turning point in U.S. policy, not Biden’s Gaza record, though acknowledge Biden’s humanitarian aid efforts.

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Reject being labeled a socialist despite endorsing democratic socialist candidates, affirming belief in capitalism and democracy.

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Chapters
20:00
2 min

The Impeachment Imperative

You have absolutely no choice. Do you think members of Congress should be able to trade stocks? Absolutely not.

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21:39
1 min

Stock Trading and Political Integrity

Schlossberg calls for a ban on congressional stock trading, defends Nancy Pelosi’s legal but high-performing investments, and insists he wouldn’t emulate her.

22:42
2 min

Israel Policy: From Consistency to Turning Point

On the day the Iran war was initiated by President Trump, I said that I oppose the war. I oppose the war.

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24:30
2 min

Balancing Allyship and Accountability

Schlossberg defends Biden’s humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza while criticizing Trump’s refusal to allow aid, and insists on continuing support for Iron Dome.

26:01
1 min

Ideology and Identity: Not a Socialist, But a Democrat

I'm not a socialist. I believe in capitalism.

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High-Impact Quotes
On the day the Iran war was initiated by President Trump, I said that I oppose the war. I oppose the war.
Jack Schlossberg23:44
We have absolutely no choice. Do you think members of Congress should be able to trade stocks? Absolutely not.
Jack Schlossberg21:52
I'm not a socialist. I believe in capitalism.
Jack Schlossberg26:46
Speakers

Host

David Remnick

Guest

Jack Schlossberg
Topics Discussed
impeachment of trump95%u-s-israel relations90%congressional stock trading85%iron dome funding80%political legacy running for office75%democratic socialism in new york70%foreign policy turning points65%
People & Brands

jack schlossberg

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12xNeutral

donald trump

person

8xNegative

nancy pelosi

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4xPositive

biden administration

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3xNeutral

alexandria ocasio-cortez

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2xNeutral

the new yorker

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2xNeutral

new york city

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2xNeutral

michael lasher

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2xNeutral

benjamin netanyahu

person

2xNegative

eric mamdani

person

2xPositive

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