Brian Romero, the Democratic nominee for New York's 34th Assembly District, briefly sought financial assistance through a GoFundMe campaign to cover his rent and grocery bills while waiting to take office. The campaign aimed to raise $2,000 but was removed after inquiries from the New York Post. Romero, who previously worked as a senior adviser to state Senator Kristen Gonzalez, stated he left his job after receiving ethics guidance upon becoming a candidate. He has reportedly exhausted his savings while looking for consulting work and has been unable to collect unemployment benefits. The fundraiser raised over $1,000 from 13 donors before being taken down. Critics noted that Romero is expected to earn a $142,000 annual salary once he is sworn into office. Romero later described the fundraiser as a mistake and mentioned that friends offered to help him financially during this transition period.
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Democratic nominee for New York Assembly faces scrutiny over rent fundraiser
Brian Romero, the Democratic nominee for New York's 34th Assembly District, faced backlash after launching a GoFundMe campaign to cover living expenses while awaiting office. The campaign was removed after raising over $1,000, with critics pointing out that he is set to earn a $142,000 salary once in office. Romero later called the fundraiser a mistake and indicated that friends would assist him financially.
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Democratic socialist headed for $142K legislature salary begs for rent handout, deletes post after backlash
Democratic nominee for New York Assembly faces scrutiny over rent fundraiser