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Democratic socialist defeats Colorado incumbent after firing over Gaza stance
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Melat Kiros, a Gen Z immigrant and democratic socialist, won a U.S. House seat in Colorado by defeating a sitting Democrat, according to Zeteo. Kiros had been fired from her previous position after publicly opposing Israel's operations in Gaza.
Kiros's victory gives the district new representation aligned with progressive positions on Middle East policy. Her campaign drew support from younger voters and those critical of U.S. support for Israel's military actions.
