General Election
Williams faces primary challenger Jalloh again, now on the Working Families line
Jaime R. Williams, in the seat since 2016, beat Jibreel Jalloh 66.0% to 33.8% in the June 2026 Democratic primary. Jalloh, endorsed by the Working Families Party in January, is on its line in November; Williams is on the Democratic and Conservative lines.
Member of the New York State Assembly for District 59 since 2016; won the April 19, 2016 special election and re-election in 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2024
Housing — Strongly opposed City of Yes, the overhaul of local zoning rules.
Conservative Party of New York State
Founder and executive director of the nonprofit The Flossy Organization
Cost of living — Wants to fund universal child care and expand access to fresh, affordable food as part of lowering the cost of living. Also wants to secure state funding to revitalize the district's commercial corridors and to pass legislation that bolsters small businesses.
The Working Families Party, on whose line he appears, endorsed him in January 2026 during his Democratic primary challenge; no other endorsements were found as of Sept. 30, 2026.
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Cost of living, taxes and the state budget
The Legislature passes the state budget each spring, including aid to local governments and the bills that carry out the fiscal plan, and it sets state tax credits; the 2026-27 budget bill became law in May 2026. Which costs the state helps families and businesses with is decided in those votes.
Wants to fund universal child care and expand access to fresh, affordable food as part of lowering the cost of living. Also wants to secure state funding to revitalize the district's commercial corridors and to pass legislation that bolsters small businesses.
Jibreel Jalloh campaign website — IssuesHomeowners, zoning and housing
Housing questions here run through both city and state government: the City of Yes zoning overhaul was a local measure, while programs such as foreclosure prevention and aid to first-time homebuyers depend on state law and state funding.
Strongly opposed City of Yes, the overhaul of local zoning rules.
City & State New YorkCrime, policing and gun violence
State law sets criminal penalties, custody rules and who may serve on juries, and state money funds prevention and crisis programs; a 2024 bill ending the lifetime jury-duty ban for people convicted of felonies passed both houses and was vetoed by the governor.
Wants to prevent gun violence by funding prevention programs, expanding youth jobs programs, and strengthening mental health and crisis response services.
Jibreel Jalloh campaign website — IssuesCycle-to-date · NYS Board of Elections — figures change as new reports are filed.
WilliamsResearched & verified Sep 30, 2026. Compiled from verified public sources; claims that failed verification are excluded.
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