Former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner, known for his involvement in sexting scandals and a criminal conviction for illicit online contact with a child, has filed to run for a seat on the New York City Council in lower Manhattan. Weiner, a Democrat, has set up a campaign committee called Weiner 25 for this potential political comeback. While he has not fully committed to the campaign, he established the committee to participate in a forum held by the Downtown Independent Democrats. Weiner, who represented a congressional district in New York City for 12 years before resigning in 2011, has faced multiple controversies surrounding explicit photos and online aliases. Despite pleading guilty to illicit online contact with a minor in 2017 and serving time in federal prison, Weiner seems to be considering re-entering the political arena. His recent statements on his radio show indicate that he is weighing the personal dynamics of returning to politics. Weiner’s decision to run for a council seat raises questions about his past behavior and criminal history, as well as his ability to regain public trust. The former congressman’s campaign for a seat on the New York City Council is sure to draw attention and controversy, given his troubled political history.
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Former Congressman Anthony Weiner, who served time for inappropriate communications with a minor, considers running for New York City Council.
