Phil Wong Secures District 30 Council Seat, Backed by Asian Wave Alliance's Conservative Stance

Phil Wong has been elected to represent New York City Council District 30, succeeding his former boss, term-limited Council Member Robert Holden. Wong, a Democrat described as conservative, secured the victory over Republican Alicia Vaichunas, his former colleague in Holden's office, in the November 4, 2025, general election. His campaign focused on issues such as public safety and education, aligning with the values of the Asian Wave Alliance, which celebrated his win.

Yiatin Chu, president of the Asian Wave Alliance, expressed strong support for Wong following his victory. > "We are very proud of Phil Wong and excited that he will not only represent District 30 constituents but also Asian New Yorkers citywide," Chu stated in the tweet. The organization highlighted Wong's advocacy for community quality of life and his firm stance on law enforcement.

Wong's platform notably included strong opposition to the "defund the police" movement, a position that gained prominence in 2020 and has been a key concern for the Asian Wave Alliance. Chu further emphasized this alignment, noting, > "Phil has been a tireless advocate for his community in upholding quality of life and staunchly backing the blue when ‘defunding the police’ was all the rage." This stance resonates with AWA's focus on public safety within Asian American communities.

In education, Wong, a public school parent, advocated for the expansion of Gifted and Talented programs and the retention of the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT). These positions are central to the Asian Wave Alliance's educational advocacy, which seeks to preserve merit-based admissions and specialized educational opportunities. > "Phil Wong embodies AWA values and we couldn’t be happier about his win," Chu concluded in the announcement.

Wong previously served as the budget and constituent services director for Council Member Holden, a moderate Democrat who often aligned with conservative positions. His election marks a continuation of a similar political ideology in District 30, which covers parts of Central Queens including Maspeth, Middle Village, and Glendale. His victory is seen by supporters as a significant step for Asian New Yorkers advocating for specific policy priorities.