Childhood and Education Journey of Anthony Weiner in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Anthony Weiner. From birth to education, explore key events.

Anthony Weiner is an American former politician. He served as a U.S. Representative for New York from 1999 to 2011. A Democrat, he held the seat with over 60% of the vote. Weiner's career ended after a scandal involving sexually suggestive photos he sent to various women, including a minor. This led to his resignation from Congress in June 2011.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles

2005: Mayoral Candidacy in New York City

In 2005, Anthony Weiner sought the Democratic nomination to run for New York City mayor, he criticized incumbent Mayor Michael Bloomberg and presented a book of 50 "Real Solutions", including fixes for health care and education, and a neighborhood program called "Weiner's Cleaners".

May 2009: Weiner decides not to run for mayor

In May 2009, Anthony Weiner decided not to run for mayor against the incumbent Michael Bloomberg after the New York City Council voted to extend term limits for the mayor.

2009: Weiner becomes engaged to Huma Abedin

In 2009, Anthony Weiner became engaged to Huma Abedin, a long-time personal aide to Hillary Clinton.

July 2010: Weiner raises funds for potential mayoral campaign

By July 2010, Anthony Weiner had raised $3.9 million for a potential campaign in the 2013 mayoral election, and was considered a leading contender in early polls.

July 2010: Weiner marries Huma Abedin

In July 2010, Anthony Weiner married Huma Abedin, with former president Bill Clinton officiating.

December 2011: Abedin gives birth to son

In December 2011, Huma Abedin gave birth to a son.

March 2013: Weiner raises over $5.1 million for mayoral campaign

According to the New York City Campaign Finance Board website, as of the March 2013 filing deadline Anthony Weiner had raised over $5.1 million, the second most among registered mayoral candidates, behind only Christine Quinn.

April 10, 2013: Weiner considers running for mayor

In an interview published online on April 10, 2013, Anthony Weiner said he would like to "ask people to give me a second chance" and was considering a run for mayor, stating that "it's now or maybe never for me."

May 21, 2013: Weiner announces intent to seek candidacy

On May 21, 2013, Anthony Weiner announced his intent to seek candidacy for mayor of New York in a YouTube video.

August 2016: Abedin announces separation from Weiner

In August 2016, Huma Abedin announced that she was separating from Anthony Weiner.

January 2018: Divorce case withdrawn to settle privately

In January 2018, Huma Abedin and Anthony Weiner withdrew their divorce case from court, deciding to settle the divorce privately to spare their son further embarrassment.

February 17, 2019: Weiner released from prison

On February 17, 2019, Anthony Weiner was released from prison after getting about three months deducted from his sentence for good behavior, and was sent to a halfway house.

May 14, 2019: Weiner released from halfway house

On May 14, 2019, Anthony Weiner was released from a Bronx halfway house and remained registered as a sex offender.

2024: Weiner considers political comeback

In 2024, Anthony Weiner announced that he was attempting a political comeback and was considering running for public office again.

2025: Weiner announces candidacy for NYC Council

In 2025 Anthony Weiner announced his candidacy in the 2025 New York City Council election for District 2. He is running against New York State Assemblyman Harvey Epstein and three other Democrats (Allie Ryan, Andrea Gordillo, and Sarah Batchu).