Guide Note
Anthony D. Weiner is a Democratic politician from New York, currently serving in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Weiner began in politics working on the staff of Chuck Schumer. In 1998, Schumer was elected to the Senate and Weiner ran for and won his former position as Congressional representative.
Weiner is expected to run for Mayor of New York City in 2009. Several early polls have indicated that he would be a favorite in this race.
On May 28, 2008, Weiner admitted that he is dating Hillary Clinton aide Huma Abedin.
Fast Facts
- Full name: Anthony David Weiner
- Born: September 4, 1964
- Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York
- Former roommate of John Stewart
- 1998: Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives
- 2005: Ran for and lost position of Mayor of New York City
- Expected to run again in 2009
- Currently dating Huma Abedin
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