Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of President John F. Kennedy, announced Sunday that he has formed an exploratory committee for a run for Congress.
The 32-year-old Democrat is eyeing New York’s 12th Congressional District, which will be an open seat in 2026.
The District
The seat is currently held by Rep. Jerry Nadler, who last week announced he will not seek re-election after more than three decades in Washington.
The district covers parts of Manhattan, including the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, and most of Midtown.
With a Cook Partisan Voting Index of D+33, the district is safely Democratic.
Schlossberg’s Announcement
Schlossberg confirmed his intentions on Instagram and later on X.
He said a poll of his followers overwhelmingly urged him to run, with 91 percent responding in favor.
“Hey guys — have formed an exploratory committee,” he posted Sunday.
Schlossberg is a writer with credits in Vogue, The Washington Post, and Politico.
He has also gained attention for his outspoken criticism of his uncle, Health and