Brooklyn Democrats Shake Up Leadership | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 2m

Brooklyn’s Democratic Party is undergoing a seismic shift as reformers seize control of the district leadership, poised to unseat longtime chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and install Julio Peña in her place. With 22 out of 23 district leader seats now in their hands, this grassroots coalition—backed by New Kings Democrats and Brooklyn Can’t Wait—aims to overhaul party operations, prioritize transparency, and revitalize Democratic wins in Southern Brooklyn. Critics say Hermelyn’s tenure was marred by internal strife and electoral losses, while reformers vow to reset the party’s mission. But…