Telemundo 47 to host major debate with NY-13 candidates – NBC New York
NEW YORK, NY – June 5, 2026 – Persevering with its dedication to voter training and engagement, Telemundo 47/WNJU will host its first Congressional major debate on Wednesday, June 17, that includes the 4 Democratic candidates for New York’s thirteenth Congressional District: Adriano Espaillat (Incumbent), Darializa Avila Chevalier, Theo Chino-Tavarez and Oscar Romero.
The one-hour debate can be carried out in Spanish and moderated by Enfoque host Allan Villafana and political reporter Yolanda Vasquez. It would stream dwell on Telemundo 47’s digital channels and YouTube Channel at 1 PM – and air on WNJU (Channel 47) Sunday, June 21 throughout a one-hour particular broadcast of Enfoque (verify native listings).
“Telemundo 47 and NBC 4 have a confirmed observe document of internet hosting truthful and substantive debates, serving to voters make knowledgeable selections on the poll field,” mentioned Dave Manney, Vice President of Information for Telemundo 47 and NBC 4 New York. “Our group understands the essential points going through the town and the thirteenth District and we’re listening to what voters need to hear from the candidates. To have them debate in Spanish will illuminate their positions in a brand new approach.”
In Could, Telemundo 47’s 6 PM weekday night newscast was essentially the most watched within the New York DMA amongst adults 25-54, no matter language. This was the primary time Telemundo 47 achieved this distinction because the begin of contemporary TV measurement 21 years in the past. It additionally displays the continued development and affect of Telemundo 47’s viewers, which incorporates northern parts of Manhattan and western parts of The Bronx within the 13th Congressional District.
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