Rep. Nydia Velazquez has endorsed Keith Powers in his run for Manhattan borough president — the present councilmember’s second congressional endorsement.
The Puerto Rican congresswoman represented the Decrease East Aspect for many years earlier than redistricting shifted her district to components of Brooklyn and Queens. She stays influential there, particularly amongst Latino voters.
“As a proven leader on the Council, Keith has led the fight for building more affordable housing, lowering costs and making our city a better and more prosperous place to live,” Velazquez mentioned in a press release.
Powers is working in opposition to State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal within the race. Mark Levine, the sitting beep, is opting out of searching for reelection to as a substitute run for metropolis comptroller.
The west facet senator has beforehand received the backing of Reps. Dan Goldman and Jerry Nadler, whereas Powers has nabbed the endorsement of Rep. Adriano Espaillat.
Initially Printed: April 8, 2025 at 6:00 AM EDT
