Democratic New York Congresswoman Nydia Velzquez will not seek reelection next year

Source: WABC-TV New York, NY

Thursday, November 20, 2025 5:53PM


NEW YORK (WABC) -- Democratic New York Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez will not seek reelection next year, becoming the latest long-time House member to step down.

"Serving the people of New York City for over three decades has been the honor of my life," Velázquez said in a statement posted to social media. "Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey, nothing I have accomplished would have been possible without your support."

Serving the people of New York City for over three decades has been the honor of my life. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey, nothing I have accomplished would have been possible without your support. pic.twitter.com/Y9GZFSfcqo
— Rep. Nydia Velazquez (@NydiaVelazquez) November 20, 2025

Velázquez's decision will likely set off another competitive Democrats primary for her NY-7 seat, similar to when Rep. Jerry Nadler announced he would not seek another term. The 72-year-old Velazquez has served 16 terms, and is also the first Puerto Rican woman to serve in Congress.

Read more: https://abc7ny.com/post/new-york-congresswoman-nydia-velzquezwill-not-seek-reelection-year/18181969/

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