Ed Ra Elected as GOP Leader of New York Assembly Amid Leadership Transition
State Assemblyman Ed Ra has been elected as the new minority leader of the New York Assembly's Republican conference. Ra, representing Nassau County, was chosen unanimously following the announcement by former leader Will Barclay that he would step down and not seek reelection. Ra has been a prominent figure in the Assembly, particularly as the ranking member of the Ways and Means Committee, where he has been involved in budget discussions and oversight. His election marks a leadership transition aimed at continuing the GOP's focus on responsible governance and public safety. 
