John Zaccaro Jr.

John D. Zaccaro Jr. is an American politician serving as a member of the New York State Assembly for the 80th district. Elected in November 2022, he assumed office on January 1, 2023.

Early life Zaccaro was born and raised in the Bronx in New York City. He attended DeWitt Clinton High School and CUNY Prep, a transitional high school operated by the City University of New York.

Career Zaccaro began his career as an intern for the New York City Council and later became a housing organizer. He later served as the chief of staff for Councilman Rafael Salamanca. Zaccaro was a member of Bronx Community Board 7. He was elected to the New York State Assembly in November 2022 and assumed office on January 1, 2023.

Personal life Zaccaro is of Puerto Rican, Colombian and Italian descent. He is not related to real-estate developer John Zaccaro, the spouse of Geraldine Ferraro, though he shares a name with the couple's son.