Ninth District Debate Heats Up | New Bedford News

New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 2m

In a fiery primary debate ahead of September 1, Ninth District candidates William Keating and Craig Swallow clashed over immigration, money in politics, healthcare, and energy policy. Keating, the incumbent, blamed tariffs and current policies for the affordability crisis, touting his record on healthcare and clean water while backing Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker. Swallow, the challenger, pushed for immediate Medicare for All, criticized Democratic leadership for abandoning the cause, and called for breaking up big utilities and targeting fossil fuels—not just Trump’s legacy. Both agreed ICE…