NYC Gazette

Adriano Espaillat, a U.S. Congressman representing New York's 13th district since 2017, has shared several congratulatory messages on social media regarding recent leadership elections within Congress. Espaillat, who succeeded Charles Rangel and has a long history of public service in the New York State Assembly and Senate, used his platform to express support for his colleagues.

On December 5, 2024, Espaillat congratulated Grace Meng on her election as Chairwoman of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) for the 119th Congress. He expressed his enthusiasm for working alongside her in leadership roles to foster growth and empowerment within their communities. "Congratulations to my esteemed colleague, @RepGraceMeng, on being elected Chairwoman of @CAPAC for the 119th Congress."

Later that day, Espaillat reiterated his congratulations to Meng in Spanish, emphasizing their collaborative efforts in leadership to ensure the development of their caucuses and empower diverse communities. "Felicitaciones a mi estimada colega, @RepGraceMeng, por haber sido elegida presidenta de @CAPAC para el 119.° Congreso."

On December 6, 2024, Espaillat extended his congratulations to Greg Casar on being unanimously elected Chairman of the Congressional Progressive Caucus for the upcoming term. He expressed anticipation for working closely with Casar as they approach the new year. "Congratulations to my esteemed colleague, @RepCasar, on being unanimously elected Chairman of @USProgressives for the 119th Congress."