Democrats' infighting could cost them in U.S. congressional elections

The U.S. Democratic Party faces a formidable challenge in the upcoming congressional elections, confronting a highly effective and ruthless Republican campaign machine spearheaded by Donald Trump and his affluent backers. This is according to Pekka Mykkänen, the foreign correspondent for Helsingin Sanomat.

While external assessments often predict a significant victory for the Democrats, potentially disrupting Trump's legislative agenda and appointments, internal party dynamics present a considerable hurdle. The article points to the ongoing friction between the party's progressive left wing and its more moderate elements as a key vulnerability.

Figures like Michigan's Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and Francesca Hong, who is running for governor in Wisconsin, represent the progressive wing. Both have been frequent targets of criticism from Donald Trump, underscoring the ideological fault lines within the party. These internal disputes, if not resolved, could undermine the Democrats' electoral prospects.

The Republican Party, under Trump's leadership, is portrayed as exceptionally adept at campaigning. The combination of external pressure from a unified Republican front and internal Democratic discord creates a complex and challenging landscape for the party as it heads into the crucial November elections.