Nydia Velazquez

Democratic Party

Representative in CongressIncumbent

Brooklyn, NY

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What is Nydia Velazquez running for?

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Most recent race: Representative in Congress District 7
Incumbent: Yes
Party: Democratic Party
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Current role: Representative in Congress

How much has Nydia Velazquez raised?

Nydia Velazquez's campaign has reported raising $180,257 and spending $258,699 to the Federal Election Commission.

Total raised: $180,257
Total spent: $258,699
Campaign committee: COMMITTEE TO RE-ELECT NYDIA M VELAZQUEZ TO CONGRESS

Nydia Velázquez is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 7th congressional district since 2013, having previously represented the 12th district from 1993 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she was the first Puerto Rican woman elected to Congress. Born in Puerto Rico, she earned a master's degree from New York University. Prior to her congressional service, she served on the New York City Council and was a special assistant to Rep. Edolphus Towns.

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