New York Democrats Hold 3-Way Comptroller Primary as $268 Billion Budget Rolls Out Rebates
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Updated · News 12 Hudson Valley · Jun 7
New York Democrats Hold 3-Way Comptroller Primary as $268 Billion Budget Rolls Out Rebates
3 articles · Updated · News 12 Hudson Valley · Jun 7
Summary
Tom DiNapoli faces his first Democratic primary for state comptroller in nearly 20 years, with Raj Goyle and Drew Warshaw challenging the statewide incumbent.
Since 2007, DiNapoli has held the office that oversees New York public funds, making the contest a high-profile vote on who will serve as the state's fiscal watchdog.
Suffolk County Democrats are also choosing party leadership, with chairman Rich Schaffer—who has led the committee since 2000—facing a challenger arguing repeated county losses show the party needs change.
The races unfold as New York implements a delayed $268 billion state budget that includes one-time power-program rebate checks tied to income and a new tax break on tips.