Julie Won

Queens Councilmembers Julie Won and Harvey Epstein have requested the Queens District Attorney to investigate rental fraud allegations following a Gothamist report that identified a pattern of such accusations.

Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates defeated several incumbent House, Senate, and Assembly members in New York City's primary, attributed to grassroots organizing and voter outreach. Mainstream Democrats are urged to adopt similar strategies to counter the DSA's left-leaning influence.

Claire Valdez, a Mamdani-endorsed state assembly member, won the Democratic primary for New York’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Antonio Reynoso, Julie Won, and Vichal Kumar. Valdez, a democratic socialist, is supported by progressive figures like Hasan Piker and the Justice Democrats, and advocates for policies including abolishing ICE and expanding universal healthcare.

Claire Valdez, endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, won the Democratic primary for New York’s 7th Congressional District. She defeated Antonio Reynoso, Julie Won, and Vichal Kumar to replace Rep. Nydia Velázquez, who is not seeking re-election after over three decades in office.

Early voting in New York City's June primary dropped 55% compared to the 2025 mayoral primary when Mamdani won the Democratic nomination. Mamdani-backed candidates face a turnout test in competitive races, including the 7th and 13th Congressional Districts, as youth engagement declines but remains higher than typical primary electorates.

New York’s congressional primary elections feature key races in districts around NYC, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements influencing outcomes. The 7th District race includes Antonio Reynoso and Claire Valdez, while the 10th District pits incumbent Dan Goldman against an opponent. Redistricting and retiring representatives add complexity to the contests.

Candidates for New York's 7th Congressional District, including State Assemblymember Claire Valdez, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, and City Council Member Julie Won, will debate as the seat becomes available due to Rep. Nydia Velázquez's retirement.

Julie Won, an NYC Councilwoman and congressional candidate, is accused by her landlord of squatting in a luxury Queens condo for five months and owing $25,000 in back rent.