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Claire Valdez Launches Campaign for Velázquez's Seat, Backed by Mayor

1/8/2026

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Assembly Member Claire Valdez launched a campaign for Rep. Nydia Velázquez's seat.
The campaign is backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Valdez is a democratic socialist and former union organizer seeking to address housing and labor rights.
Her rival is Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, while the Democratic Socialists of America are likely to endorse Valdez.

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Assembly Member Claire Valdez launched a campaign for Rep. Nydia Velázquez's seat.
The campaign is backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Valdez is a democratic socialist and former union organizer seeking to address housing and labor rights.
Her rival is Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, while the Democratic Socialists of America are likely to endorse Valdez.