Assembly Majority Leader Joe Morelle to Run For Congress
posted by Deanna King -
New York State Assembly Majority Leader Joe Morelle is planning to run for the late Congresswoman Louise Slaughter's seat. According to 13WHAM, Morelle is set to make an official announcement Monday morning. Deputy Mayor Cedric Alexander is considering running and will also make an announcement on Monday. Rochester City School District president Van White says he is also considering a run. Former Mayoral Candidate Rachel Barnhart and Brighton Town Board member Robin Wilt are collecting signatures and say they're considering running. Governor Cuomo has yet to announce a special election.