Adriano Espillat

Adriano Espillat is a prominent Democratic politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 13th congressional district since 2012. He made history as the first Dominican-American elected to the U.S. Congress and is known for his advocacy on issues such as immigration reform, healthcare access, and affordable housing. Espillat has been a vocal supporter of progressive policies and has worked to represent the diverse communities in his district. Recently, he lost his primary election to Darializa Avila-Chevalier, a candidate backed by the Democratic Socialists of America, highlighting a shift within the Democratic Party in New York.