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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s gubernatorial bid is in turmoil after he endorsed Joel Anabilah-Azumah, a congressional candidate who claims 9/11 was an inside job — a stance that’s sparked outrage as the 25th anniversary of the attacks looms. Blakeman’s video endorsement, calling Anabilah-Azumah a “fighter” for Congress, drew sharp rebukes from Reps. Jerry Nadler and Nydia Velázquez, both with deep ties to Ground Zero. Velázquez, who’s supported victims’ families for decades, called the move “appalling,” while Nadler condemned it as “downright appalling.” Blakeman’s campaign remains silent on the backlash, despite prior controversies including his association with Richard Gage and Marcus C. Williams. The controversy also intersects with political tensions around Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s attendance at memorial events, reigniting accusations of anti-Muslim bias — all while Blakeman’s nephew died responding to the South Tower on 9/11.

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