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Van Jones Criticizes Far-Left Groups on X for Regressive Positions
CNN commentator Van Jones posted statements on X on July 18, 2026, rejecting support for Hamas and calls to abolish police and prisons as outside progressive ideals. He warned extremists were trying to influence the Democratic Party.
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Van Jones posted statements on X on July 18 criticizing far-left groups including the Democratic Socialists of America for advancing positions he described as regressive. com reported that Jones identified himself as a strong Democrat with a record supporting criminal justice reform, the Green New Deal, Medicare for All, free education, and clean air and water.
He stated that supporting Hamas, the slogan "no police, no prisons, no borders," and celebrating the murder of Israeli civilians do not qualify as progressive.
"These ideas are REGRESSIVE," Jones wrote. He added that extremists were attempting to insert such proposals into the Democratic Party while mainstream members remained frustrated with other issues. " The Democratic Socialists of America has won four congressional primaries in the 2026 midterm cycle, nypost.com reported.
Abdul El-Sayed is running against Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan's Aug. 4 primary. Graham Platner, a left-wing non-DSA candidate, dropped his Senate bid amid rape accusations. DSA-backed candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier once backed abolishing prisons.
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