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Antonio Reynoso Launches Congressional Bid for NY-7 Seat

12/5/2025

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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced his candidacy for New York's 7th Congressional District, vacated by Rep. Nydia Velázquez next year.
Reynoso praised Velázquez as a hero and mentor and said the campaign would continue her progressive fight.
Potential Democratic Socialists of America candidates are rumored to be considering a run.
A prominent figure has publicly stated she will not seek the congressional seat.

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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced his candidacy for New York's 7th Congressional District, vacated by Rep. Nydia Velázquez next year.
Reynoso praised Velázquez as a hero and mentor and said the campaign would continue her progressive fight.
Potential Democratic Socialists of America candidates are rumored to be considering a run.
A prominent figure has publicly stated she will not seek the congressional seat.