By Nolan D. McCaskill

WASHINGTON, Dec 3 (Reuters) – Democratic activist Mayra Macías launched an independent campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, vying for the Chicago-area seat of retiring Representative Chuy García, who angered some fellow Democrats by timing his move to clear a path for a top aide to secure the party’s nomination.

García faced criticism from some in his party last month for announcing his retirement after the state’s candidate filing deadline and ensuring his handpicked successor would run unopposed for the party’s nomination in a district that is seen as a safe bet for Democrats in next year’s midterm election.

Chuy Garcia’s chief of staff Patty García – who will be the Democratic nominee and is not related to him – has said neither she nor t

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