NYC Gazette

Rep. Nydia Velázquez, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing New York's 7th district, has recently expressed her views on several pressing issues through social media posts. Born in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, Velázquez has been an active political figure since replacing Stephen Solarz in 1993.

On February 13, 2025, Velázquez highlighted the assassination of Carlos Muñiz Varela in 1979. She stated that he "helped Cuban exiles visit their homeland," which made him a target for far-right extremists. Velázquez noted that "his murder was never properly investigated" and emphasized that his son, Carlos Muñiz Pérez, continues to seek justice. "Carlos Muñiz Varela was assassinated in 1979..."

In another post on the same day, she called for transparency from federal agencies regarding historical cases. Velázquez demanded that "the FBI & CIA must declassify all records related to these cases." She argued that "the people of Puerto Rico deserve to know the truth" and insisted on ending impunity and cover-ups."After decades of secrecy..."

On February 14, 2025, Velázquez addressed allegations involving Mayor Adams and former President Trump’s immigration policies. She described these as "damning" and indicative of an "explicit quid pro quo," suggesting Mayor Adams supported Trump's agenda to avoid corruption charges. She concluded by asserting that "Mayor Adams must resign." "These allegations are damning..."