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Outgoing U.S. Rep Nydia Velázquez endorses Carl Wilson in Manhattan’s special election, widening break with Mamdani

By Adam Daly Posted on April 21, 2026

Retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez is backing Carl Wilson in the race to replace Erik Bottcher on the City Council, amNewYork has learned — deepening her rift with Mayor Zohran Mamdani as the two powerful progressives continue to line up behind rival candidates in a growing series of proxy fights across the city.

Velázquez’s endorsement gives Wilson another prominent boost in the closely watched special election for Manhattan’s District 3, a West Side seat that includes Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen and the West Village.

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Outgoing U.S. Rep Nydia Velázquez endorses Carl Wilson in Manhattan’s special election, widening break with Mamdani

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