NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — Ending weeks of speculation, former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced that he will not run for Congress.
"I’ve represented the neighborhoods of the 11th [Congressional District] for years and I love the people who live here. It was gratifying to connect with community and elected leaders while I considered a run. I'm certain a progressive can win this seat and serve us in Washington," De Blasio tweeted on Tuesday.
De Blasio, who completed his term as mayor on New Year's Day at midnight, added that he will continue to focus on "on advocating for policies that would continue to drive down income inequality in New York."
The 60-year-old considered running for governor, but ultimately decided against it and dropped out of the 2020 Democratic primary in September 2019.
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