Bernie Sanders Intensifies Power, Sets Himself Up As Political Kingpin

1 sourceUpdated Jul 1, 2026

Independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is working closely with groups to help train young leftist candidates to run for office as the 2026 midterms approach, Politico reported Thursday. Sanders, who caucuses with…

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