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Julie Menon unanimously elected speaker of the New York City Council
Summary
At a Jan. 7 charter meeting, the New York City Council elected Council Member Julie Menon speaker for a four-year term by a 51–0 vote; the session included the oath administered by New York State Attorney General Letitia James and organizational votes on interim rules and committee membership.
Julie Menon was elected speaker of the New York City Council on Jan. 7, 2026, winning a unanimous recorded vote of 51 in the affirmative, 0 in the negative and 0 abstentions.
The charter meeting opened with City Clerk Michael McSweeney calling the session to order and New York State Attorney General Letitia James administering the oath of office to council members. James, who introduced the oath, said New Yorkers “made their priorities loud and clear,” calling for a city that is affordable and “a city where they can…
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