DCCC chief defends Democrats boosting fringe candidates in GOP primaries

The chief of the Democrats' congressional campaign arm defended the party's interference in GOP primaries in which operatives seek to elevate fringe Republicans perceived as vulnerable in a general election.

Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (D-NY), chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, argued Democrats should tread carefully in embracing a spoiler role in GOP primary elections but said the strategy could be effective in helping Republicans shoot themselves in the foot.