In the covert race for City Council speaker, little is decided. But the puzzle pieces that will get candidates over the 26-vote threshold are starting to tentatively inch into place.

Queens Democratic Party leader Rep. Greg Meeks is on record with strong praise of Julie Menin. Menin, a more moderate leaning member from Manhattan, also has some support in the Bronx, which tends to align with Queens. Council Member Crystal Hudson, meanwhile, is seen as a top pick for progressives. But no one’s vote tally is written in ink. Some see potential for Council Member Amanda Farías to emerge as a compromise candidate should the two front-runners’ nebulous coalitions fall apart. Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers and Chris Marte, who are also running, may have time yet to make moves.

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