Summary
Chi Ossé, a New York City Council member, filed paperwork to run against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for a congressional seat in Brooklyn. Ossé is exploring a potential run in the Democratic primary, expressing dissatisfaction with current Democratic leadership. He is affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America.
Key Facts
- Chi Ossé is a City Council member in New York City.
- He filed paperwork to run in the Democratic primary against Hakeem Jeffries for New York’s 8th Congressional District.
- Ossé is allied with the Democratic Socialists of America.
- The 8th Congressional District covers parts of South and East Brooklyn.
- Ossé's campaign set up an Act Blue fundraising page.
- Hakeem Jeffries did not comment on Ossé's campaign plans.
- Ossé is not currently supported by his ally, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
