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Gothamist reports:
Bronx City Councilmember Ritchie Torres is declaring victory in the race to become the Democratic candidate for the 15th Congressional District, the poorest in the country, following an unprecedented June 23rd primary in which results are still trickling in nearly a month later.
The results, though unofficial, bring an end to a highly contentious race that began when Democratic Representative Jose Serrano announced his retirement from politics, opening the door to a flood of candidates vying to replace the 15-term congressman.
Many, including Torres, believed it was Ruben Diaz Sr.’s race to win, given his strong name recognition and deep ties to the county machine. But Torres won out the race, helped by a hefty campaign war chest.
UPDATE: The counting is all but over. On Primary Day, we were ahead by 4516 votes. As of yesterday evening, our lead had grown to 7803 (far larger than the # of uncounted ballots). Even if our nearest rival were to win every single one, we would remain ahead by a wide margin. pic.twitter.com/VJ2Z4Y5B1u
— Ritchie Torres (@RitchieTorres) July 22, 2020
I want to thank the voters of NY15, as well as my supporters here and elsewhere, for entrusting me with the Democratic nomination. Looking forward to fighting for the essential workers and mothers of the South Bronx. Stay tuned!
— Ritchie Torres (@RitchieTorres) July 22, 2020