A new platform from the progressive Democratic Socialists of America is sparking Republican attacks. The DSA's Workers Deserve More program proposes sweeping changes, like abolishing the Senate and allowing all permanent U.S. residents to vote. Republicans including House Speaker Mike Johnson are framing these ideas as communist threats. The DSA platform has created an opening for Republicans to attack Democrats broadly. Meanwhile, DSA-backed candidates have gained traction in recent Democratic primaries, challenging moderates, even as some try to distance themselves from the “socialism” label. Some establishment Democrats have forcefully pushed back against the DSA-backed candidates' efforts, saying they shouldn't run under the Democratic Party banner.