Overview
- Ossé told supporters he would end the exploration and not launch a campaign, citing a determination that a run would not be viable.
- NYC-DSA’s electoral group declined to recommend an endorsement last month, and Ossé had said he would not run without the chapter’s backing.
- Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani discouraged the challenge by saying now is not the time for such a primary, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez did not offer support, according to reports.
- Jeffries’ spokesperson said the House Democratic leader remains focused on lowering costs, protecting health care, and serving Brooklyn’s 8th District.
- Ossé signaled he will remain involved with NYC-DSA, posting after the endorsement vote that he was not going anywhere.