In New York City, 14 of the 51 council districts are represented by Black city council members, with several incumbent Black officials facing challenges from new candidates in this year’s city council elections. These elections are particularly notable due to the introduction of Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in the June primary. RCV allows voters to rank up to five candidates, rather than selecting just one.
As of January 2025, the New York City Campaign Finance Board (NYCCFB) has reported the following candidates and their fundraising efforts for the competitive races:
