Jackie was born and raised in the Bronx and graduated from Lehman High School in District 13.

Torres retired from the U.S. Army as a Major. She later held human resources roles with the NYC Department of Social Services and the federal government, supporting working families in accessing services.

Jacqueline J. Torres' run for City Council is her first campaign for public office.

Supports workers’ rights and fair policies.

Supports protecting Social Security and Medicare.

- Supports workers’ rights and fair policies.
- Supports protecting Social Security and Medicare.

Economy

As of May 5, 2025, Jacqueline J. Torres’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Education

Housing & Urban Development

Supports both safety and accountability in law enforcement.

- Supports both safety and accountability in law enforcement.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports access to quality, affordable, and equitable healthcare.

Believes healthcare should not lead to financial hardship.

- Supports access to quality, affordable, and equitable healthcare.
- Believes healthcare should not lead to financial hardship.

Healthcare

Energy & the Environment

Jacqueline J. Torres

- City Council Members work together to enact local laws, approve the city budget, and oversee land use and zoning regulations. ​
- Council Members oversee city agencies, ensuring they effectively serve the public and address community needs. ​

Passes laws and regulations for your city