Yvette Clarke to Seek Congressional Black Caucus Chair

“If you grant me the opportunity to lead, I will ensure our goals are reached as a caucus,” the New York Democrat said in a message to CBC members.

Yvette Clarke

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Rep. Yvette D. Clarke is tossing her hat in the ring to become the 29th chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, her office tells NOTUS.

Clarke, who has been a member of the House of Representatives since 2007, represents New York’s 9th Congressional District, which is located entirely in Brooklyn. As 1st vice chair of the caucus, she has long been considered the heir apparent for the job and would be assuming the position from Rep. Steven Horsford.

It’s currently unclear whether or not she will run opposed when the CBC holds its elections in the coming days.