Former staffer set to succeed Nadler after House primary win

New York State Assemblymember Micah Lasher (D) is projected to win the Democratic primary for the Manhattan-based House seat currently held by his former boss, Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.), beating a crowded field of contenders, according to Decision Desk HQ.  Lasher, who once served as an aide to Nadler and held top positions under Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) and former...