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John F. Kennedy's grandson announces bid for Congress

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Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, has announced a bid for Congress to win Jerry Nadler's New York House seat. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.

Breakdown
  • Jack Schlossberg, grandson of John F. Kennedy, is running for Congress.
  • He seeks to succeed retiring New York Congressman Jerry Nadler in the 12th District. 6s
  • Schlossberg is known for his outspoken social media, often critical of President Trump and his cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 22s
  • He previously campaigned for Kamala Harris and President Biden. 45s
  • Schlossberg highlighted his campaign as being for the 'young at heart' and compared his age to JFK's early congressional run. 49s
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