Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine Wins NYC Comptroller Primary

Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine has won the Democratic primary for New York City comptroller, defeating City Council Member Justin Brannan with about 48% of the vote compared to Brannan's 33.6%, with over 90% of votes counted. The race focused heavily on affordable housing, defending the city against federal cuts, and opposition to President Donald Trump, with both candidates pledging to use the comptroller's office to support low-income New Yorkers and invest in housing. Levine, known for his bilingual education background and strong ties to the Jewish community, emphasized building a diverse coalition to address key issues such as affordability, mental health, and safety. Brannan conceded the race and congratulated Levine, who will face Republican Peter Kefalas in the general election. The comptroller role serves as the city's fiscal watchdog, overseeing pension funds, scrutinizing the budget, and acting as a check on the mayor. Final official results will incorporate ranked-choice voting, with the full outcome expected to be announced on July 1.