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Soros-backed group behind Tesla unrest accused of 'infiltrating' key House race with chosen candidate

(2 weeks ago)
Peter Pinedo, Andrew Miller
2025-2026-elections-coverageDemocratic-partyWokeDonald TrumpCongress

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The progressive group 'Indivisible,' known for its involvement in Tesla protests and other far-left causes, is accused of 'infiltrating' a key congressional swing district (NY-17) by backing candidate Beth Davidson. Republicans, including the National Republican Congressional Committee, allege Indivisible is trying to grow resistance against Donald Trump and his agenda. Davidson, a progressive Democrat with ties to Indivisible, has participated in anti-Lawler protests organized by the group. Indivisible, founded in response to Trump's 2016 election and funded by George Soros, has also been linked to calls to 'abolish ICE' and 'defund the police.'

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  1. 1 2016: Indivisible founded in response to Donald Trump's election.
  2. 2 Since 2017: Indivisible received over $7 million from the George Soros network.
  3. 3 March (2025): Beth Davidson posted on X condemning imagery at a rally she attended.
  4. 4 April & May (2025): Local Indivisible chapters organized anti-Lawler protests.
  5. 5 June (2025): Beth Davidson attended an Indivisible event in Rockland, New York, and was featured in a promotional video for Indivisible Northern Westchester.
  6. 6 Ongoing: Primary races for the 2026 Midterm elections are underway.
  • Increased political polarization in the NY-17 race.
  • Accusations of 'infiltration' and 'far-left extremism' against Indivisible and Beth Davidson.
  • Potential for increased protests and political activism.
  • Scrutiny of campaign funding and group affiliations.
  • The race for NY-17 will be one of the most closely watched in the country.
What: The progressive group 'Indivisible' is accused by Republicans of 'infiltrating' the New York's 17th Congressional District race by backing Democratic candidate Beth Davidson, aiming to grow resistance against President Donald Trump.
When: Primary races for the 2026 Midterm elections are already underway. Indivisible was founded in 2016. The group has received over $7 million from the George Soros network since 2017. Beth Davidson attended an Indivisible event in June (implied 2025) and was featured in a promotional video that same month. Anti-Lawler protests organized by Indivisible occurred in April and May (implied 2025). Davidson posted on X in March (implied 2025).
Where: New York's 17th Congressional District, United States, specifically Rockland County, New York.
Why: Indivisible's stated goal is to resist the GOP agenda, elect local champions, and fight for progressive policies. Republicans accuse them of trying to undermine Donald Trump's agenda and infiltrate congressional offices.
How: Indivisible is backing Beth Davidson, a candidate with extensive ties to the group. Local chapters have organized protests against incumbent Rep. Mike Lawler, and Davidson has participated in and promoted these events.

The progressive group 'Indivisible,' known for its involvement in Tesla protests and other far-left causes, is accused of 'infiltrating' a key congressional swing district (NY-17) by backing candidate Beth Davidson. Republicans, including the National Republican Congressional Committee, allege Indivisible is trying to grow resistance against Donald Trump and his agenda. Davidson, a progressive Democrat with ties to Indivisible, has participated in anti-Lawler protests organized by the group. Indivisible, founded in response to Trump's 2016 election and funded by George Soros, has also been linked to calls to 'abolish ICE' and 'defund the police.'