Gov. Kathy Hochul, who had narrowed her choices to several New York City lawmakers who are people of color, chose Mr. Benjamin, a state senator from Harlem.
Source: New York Times
Brian Benjamin Is Kathy Hochul's Pick for N.Y. Lieutenant Governor
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