Rep. Ritchie Torres Secures Congressional Black Caucus PAC Endorsement

Endorsement seen as key in crowded race for NY-15 seat

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Rep. Ritchie Torres has secured a key endorsement from the Congressional Black Caucus PAC as the crowded race for New York's 15th Congressional District heats up.

Why it matters

The endorsement from the influential Congressional Black Caucus PAC is seen as a major boost for Torres' campaign, as he faces a competitive primary for the NY-15 seat.

The details

The endorsement was announced by Rep. Gregory Meeks of New York, who chairs the Congressional Black Caucus. Meeks praised Torres as "a serious and effective legislator who shows up every day for his district."

  • The endorsement was announced on February 12, 2026.

The players

Rep. Ritchie Torres

A Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives representing New York's 15th congressional district.

Rep. Gregory Meeks

A Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York and the chair of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Congressional Black Caucus PAC

The political action committee affiliated with the Congressional Black Caucus, a group of African-American members of the United States Congress.

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What they’re saying

“Ritchie Torres is a serious and effective legislator who shows up every day for his district”

— Rep. Gregory Meeks, Chair, Congressional Black Caucus

What’s next

The endorsement is expected to provide a significant boost to Torres' campaign as he faces a crowded primary field for the NY-15 seat.

The takeaway

The Congressional Black Caucus PAC's endorsement of Rep. Ritchie Torres underscores his standing as a rising star in the Democratic Party and a key player in the crowded race for New York's 15th Congressional District.