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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso to run for outgoing Rep. Nydia Velázquez's Congress seat

Reynoso announced his campaign to succeed Nydia Velázquez, describing her as a mentor and pledging to continue her work.

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso to run for outgoing Rep. Nydia Velázquez's Congress seat
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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced he will run for Rep. Nydia Velázquez’s seat after she said she would retire in 2026. He is the first declared candidate, with several other local officials reportedly exploring runs. [not allowed]

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Brooklyn Borough President and candidate for the open House seat

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Assembly member reportedly exploring a run for the seat

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Outgoing representative whose seat Reynoso is seeking

ALSO MENTIONED  Jen Gutiérrez, City Council member endorsing Reynoso; Kristen Gonzalez, State senator reportedly exploring a run for the seat; Lincoln Restler, City Council member endorsing Reynoso; Sandy Nurse, City Council member endorsing Reynoso; Shekar Krishnan, City Council member endorsing Reynoso; Tiffany Cabán, City Council member reportedly exploring a run for the seat

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Antonio Reynoso Announces Run for Nydia Velázquez’s House Seat

Outlets agree that Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced a run for the House seat Nydia Velázquez plans to leave. Center outlets focus on Reynoso entering the race and the potential Democratic primary field, including possible challengers; one article presents potential socialist support as an obstacle. Right-leaning outlets situate his campaign amid debate over Democrats’ progressive wing.

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