The battle for leadership in the Rhode Island Senate is heating up, with Senator Val Lawson emerging as the favorite to succeed Dominick Ruggerio as Senate president. Ruggerio, who faced health issues last session, has thrown his support behind Lawson. Current Majority Leader Ryan Pearson also seeks the position but may face challenges from within his party.
In Warwick, the race for City Council president is between Vincent Gebhart and Anthony Sinapi, with the potential for Edgar Ladouceur to join the race. Gebhart is seen as a potential mayoral candidate in the future.
Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong has established himself as a rising star in Democratic politics. The upcoming election will determine whether he retains his position and secures momentum for future statewide office opportunities.
The Providence School Board is transitioning to a half-elected, half-appointed model, with Mayor Brett Smiley likely to make appointments by the year’s end. Ty’Relle Stephens, a current board member, is positioning herself for the presidency.
These political developments in Rhode Island will have significant implications for the future leadership and direction of the state. Stay updated on these stories and more by subscribing to Rhode Map, a free newsletter covering local events and news. For further inquiries, contact Dan McGowan at dan.mcgowan@globe.com. Follow him on Twitter @danmcgowan.
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