Nydia Velázquez
Nydia Velázquez is a U.S. Representative for New York's 7th congressional district, serving since 1993. As a member of the Democratic Party, she has been a strong advocate for the rights of immigrants, small businesses, and economic development. Recently, she joined calls for Mayor Eric Adams to step down due to concerns surrounding his alleged corruption and the impact it has on the city’s leadership.
Born on Mar 28, 1963 (63 years old)
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United States:
Retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez is succeeded by state Assembly Member Claire Valdez.
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United States:
Claire Valdez is set to succeed retiring Rep. Nydia Velazquez in New York's 7th Congressional District.
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United Kingdom:
Nydia Velázquez is a retiring congresswoman whose district was contested in the Democratic primary.
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United States:
Valdez will likely fill the seat being vacated by retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez, D-N.Y.
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Serbia:
Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez is the incumbent being succeeded by Kler Valdez.
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United States:
Democratic Socialist Claire Valdez won in spite of outgoing incumbent Rep. Nydia Velázquez, D-N.Y., endorsing another candidate.
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United States:
Nydia Velázquez initially supported Mamdani but later expressed regret over his strategic decisions.
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United States:
Nydia Velázquez announced she would not seek re-election in November after more than three decades in office.
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United States:
Retiring Rep. Nydia Velazquez backs Antonio Reynoso.
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Romania:
Nydia Velázquez is retiring after a long career and was the first Puerto Rican woman elected to Congress.
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