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Yvette Clarke
DemocratIncumbent

Yvette Clarke

U.S. House – NY-09

District: NY-09County: KingsGeneral: November 3, 2026Primary: June 23, 2026

About

Yvette Clarke has represented New York's 9th Congressional District since 2007. She serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and is a senior member of the Congressional Black Caucus. Her district covers parts of central Brooklyn including Crown Heights, Flatbush, and parts of East New York.

Policy Positions

Climate & Energy

Clarke has been a strong advocate for climate action and environmental justice. She has focused on ensuring that clean energy transition benefits frontline communities in her district.

Healthcare

Clarke has supported Medicare for All and expansions of healthcare coverage. She has been an advocate for mental health parity and substance abuse treatment.

Immigration

Clarke has been a consistent supporter of immigrant rights and comprehensive immigration reform. Her Brooklyn district has large Caribbean immigrant communities she actively represents.

Campaign Funding

$1.2M

raised · 2025-2026

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20% small donors30% from PACs