Justin Sanchez emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Bronx District 17, defeating Antirson Ortiz by securing around 62% of the vote during the fourth round of ranked choice voting. This win positions Sanchez to compete against Conservative candidate Marisol Duran in the upcoming November election. As a progressive candidate, Sanchez gained significant support throughout the election process. Preliminary results showed Sanchez leading on primary day with 40.4% of first-choice votes, while Ortiz received 25.1%. Sanchez expressed gratitude for the community support he received during his campaign.
Justin Sanchez defeated Antirson Ortiz in the fourth round of ranked choice voting Tuesday to become Bronx District 17's Democratic nominee for New York City Council.
Sanchez will face off against Conservative candidate Marisol Duran for term-limited Rafael Salamanca Jr.'s seat representing South Bronx neighborhoods.
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