A highly anticipated showdown is brewing in New York's 13th Congressional District, where two prominent candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination in the upcoming primary. In an exclusive interview with ABC7's Liz Cho, Adriano Espaillat, a seasoned politician with a long history of serving in the U.S. House of Representatives, faces off against Darializa Avila Chevalier, a progressive upstart backed by influential figures like Dr. Muhamed Mamdani, a prominent academic and community leader. As the primary approaches, both candidates are making their cases to voters, highlighting their unique perspectives and policy proposals. With the district's shifting demographics and growing demand for progressive change, this primary is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in New York's electoral landscape.


Up Close with Liz Cho: Adriano Espaillat, Mamdani-backed Darializa Avila Chevalier vie for seat in NY-13 primary  ABC7 New York