"The NYC Campaign Finance Board has approved over $12 million in public matching funds for 69 candidates in the 2025 elections, emphasizing campaign equity."
"In this round, state Rep. Zohran Mamdani leads with nearly $3.8 million, followed by attorney Jim Walden, who becomes NYC's first independent mayoral candidate to qualify for public funds."
The NYC Campaign Finance Board has approved public matching funds totaling $12,327,416 to 69 candidates for the upcoming 2025 elections. This marks the fifth round of funding aimed at enhancing electoral equity. Leading recipient State Rep. Zohran Mamdani received approximately $3.8 million, followed by attorney Jim Walden, a historic independent candidate, with $1.9 million. Other candidates like Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and others received smaller amounts. Notably, several high-profile candidates did not receive funds this round but may qualify later under eligibility criteria set by the CFB.
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