De Blasio backs Blake
Former Mayor Bill de Blasio has thrown his support behind Michael Blake in the Democratic primary for New York’s 15th Congressional District, marking a high-profile endorsement in the race to unseat Rep. Ritchie Torres.
De Blasio, a two-term mayor, praised Blake’s deep Bronx roots and progressive credentials. “Michael Blake is rooted in The Bronx and has concrete plans to address the cost of living and affordability crisis facing Bronxites,” he said. “He endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor when Ritchie Torres did not. The progressive choice is clear: It’s Michael Blake.”…