NEW YORK (AP) — The media strategist who helped re-elect New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is joining the billionaire’s administration.
A person close to Bloomberg says Howard Wolfson will advise the mayor on communications, policy and political strategy. The person insisted on anonymity Monday because the announcement hadn’t been made.
Wolfson was Hillary Rodham Clinton’s media strategist for her presidential campaign and U.S. Senate runs. He’s known for his aggressive style. His addition to Bloomberg’s administration signals that Bloomberg is not planning to tread lightly in his third term.
Wolfson was one of three staffers on Bloomberg’s most recent re-election campaign who received $400,000 bonuses at the end of the election. He’s expected to start in March.
