What you should know
- Ombudsman Jumaane Williams confirmed Tuesday that he is running for governor of New York.
- The New York City Democrat submitted documentation in September to consider an offer and on Tuesday released a YouTube video officially declaring his candidacy.
- Her entry into the race establishes a rematch against the state’s 57th governor, Kathy Hochul, who is the first woman to occupy the seat.
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NEW YORK – Ombudsman Jumaane Williams confirmed Tuesday that he is running for governor of New York.
The New York City Democrat submitted documentation in September to consider an offer and on Tuesday released a YouTube video officially declaring his candidacy.
Her entry into the race establishes a rematch against the state’s 57th governor, Kathy Hochul, who is the first woman to occupy the seat.
In 2018, Hochul defeated Williams by less than seven points in a relatively close and heavily loaded primary for lieutenant governor. She became governor in August when Andrew Cuomo resigned.
Hochul and Williams will face off in the June 28, 2022 primary against New York Attorney General Letitia James, who previously told New York magazine that she regards Williams as a younger brother.
They are also likely to face New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, who has submitted his own documentation as a step toward a possible gubernatorial run.
A Marist poll released last month found Williams would finish last in the primaries by a wide margin. A Siena College survey published days later had a similar result.
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