Bernie Sanders indicates he will not endorse Francesca Hong for Wisconsin governor
Vermont U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders stated on the Pod Save America podcast that he does not plan to endorse Francesca Hong for the Wisconsin governorship. While acknowledging that Hong is a 'very, very nice' person, Sanders noted that he is not particularly familiar with the race and that his team has not yet become involved in the contest. Critics and political commentators have reacted with mockery on social media, pointing out that Sanders has endorsed other candidates in various local and state races. Some observers noted the irony of Sanders not backing Hong despite his previous endorsement of Graham Platner, who faced significant political baggage. Conservative commentators have also suggested that Hong's socialist platform may be too radical for a swing state like Wisconsin. While Hong is expected to lead the Democratic primary, she faces a Republican opponent in the November general election.