Four candidates are running in June 23 Democratic primary for New York’s 7th Congressional District
Four Democratic candidates—Vichal Kumar, Antonio Reynoso, Claire Valdez, and Julie Won—are competing in the June 23, 2026 primary for New York's 7th Congressional District. The race follows incumbent Rep. Nydia Velazquez's decision not to seek re-election after serving since 1992. Reynoso, Valdez, and Won have emerged as frontrunners based on fundraising and media presence.
Key Points
- Open seat race following 34-year incumbent Nydia Velazquez's retirement
- Three candidates (Reynoso, Valdez, Won) leading in fundraising and media attention over Kumar
- Primary election scheduled for June 23, 2026