Rebuilding Brooklyn
News12 New York
Where to Watch
Download the App
Local
Crime
Weather
Taking Action
beWell
The East End
Crime Files
FIFA World Cup

Power & Politics: Who will be the next City Council speaker?

With current Speaker Adrienne Adams' tenure coming to an end, a new generation of leaders has emerged with the hope of stepping into that role. The council will vote in January when the new term begins.

News 12 Staff

Nov 23, 2025, 12:50 PM

Updated

Share:

Top Stories

There's still one more race to be decided in this election cycle – and that's who becomes the next speaker of the City Council.

That position sets priorities, negotiates the budget and leads votes that pass laws.

With current Speaker Adrienne Adams' tenure coming to an end, a new generation of leaders has emerged with the hope of stepping into that role. The council will vote in January when the new term begins.

One of the contenders, Brooklyn Council member Crystal Hudson joined Amanda Bossard to discuss her motivations and issues that affect New Yorkers.

Top Stories

App StoreGoogle Play Store

info

Newsletter

Send Photos/Videos

Contact

About Us

News Team

News 12 New York

follow us

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

more resources

Optimum Corporate

Optimum Service

Advertise on News 12

Careers

Content Removal Policy

© 2026 N12N, LLC

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

Ad Choices