DCCC adds three more candidates to 'Red to Blue' program
- Democrats Whitney Fox, April McClain Delaney, and John Avlon have been added to the DCCC's 'Red to Blue' program, which supports candidates with organizational and fundraising resources.
- The announcement comes 40 days before the 2024 election, as Democrats aim to regain control of both chambers of Congress.
- The DCCC believes these candidates can effectively challenge their Republican opponents and contribute to a Democratic majority.
As the 2024 election nears, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) has announced the addition of three candidates to its 'Red to Blue' program. Whitney Fox, April McClain Delaney, and John Avlon are set to receive organizational and fundraising support to bolster their campaigns. This announcement comes at a critical time, with only 40 days remaining until the election, as Democrats seek to regain control of Congress. Whitney Fox is contesting the 13th Congressional District in Florida, aiming to unseat Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna. Despite the Cook Political Report rating the seat as 'likely Republican,' Fox's campaign is seen as the Democrats' best opportunity for a pickup due to Luna's hardline conservative stance. Fox, a former communications director, must appeal to moderate Republicans and independents to secure victory. April McClain Delaney is running for the open seat in Maryland's 6th Congressional District, previously held by Rep. David Trone. With Trone opting not to seek reelection, the district is now highly competitive. McClain Delaney faces former Republican Del. Neil Parrott, and recent polling indicates a close race, with her fundraising efforts significantly outpacing her opponent's. John Avlon is challenging Republican Rep. Nick LaLota in New York's 1st Congressional District, which has been a GOP stronghold since 2014. Despite the district's Republican lean, Avlon and the DCCC believe it remains a competitive race. The DCCC's support for these candidates reflects their strategy to reclaim seats and strengthen their position in Congress.