New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2026

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2024
New York's 4th Congressional District
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General election
Election details
Filing deadline: Pending
Primary: Pending
General: November 3, 2026
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6 a.m. to 9 p.m. (general elections); primary times vary by county
Voting in New York

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Cook Political Report: Toss-up
DDHQ and The Hill: Pending
Inside Elections: Tilt Democratic
Sabato's Crystal Ball: Lean Democratic
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Candidates and election results

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General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for U.S. House New York District 4

Incumbent Laura Gillen, Gian Jones, Nicholas Sciretta, Brian Miller, and Martin Smithmyer are running in the general election for U.S. House New York District 4 on November 3, 2026.


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Party: Democratic Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography "My name is Gian A. Jones, and I’m running for Congress in New York’s 4th District because I know firsthand how hard it’s become for working families to get ahead. Raised by a single mother who was a dedicated public-school teacher, I learned early on about sacrifice, service, and the power of community. Now, as a father raising my son here in Long Island, I’m committed to fighting for a future where every family has a fair shot at success. My journey began in the Rockaways as the oldest of three siblings. From serving as an altar boy and youth volunteer to working on Congressman Gregory Meeks’ early campaigns, public service has been part of my life from the start. I put myself through NYU, worked full-time, and never stopped giving back. Over the years, I’ve served on Queens Community Board 14, the Advisory Board of St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, and was appointed by Mayor Bloomberg to the Empire Development Zone to help small businesses grow. With over 25 years of experience in finance and real estate, I understand how to jumpstart our economy, create jobs, and expand affordable housing. I’m running because our communities need real leadership—someone who listens, who shows up, and who brings people together to solve real problems. From economic instability to rising crime and the urgent need for immigration and climate reform, I will bring practical, bipartisan solutions to Washington. It’s time for bold, steady leadership. That’s why I’m running—for you, your family,"


Key Messages

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Leadership Rooted in Service: From my early days as a youth volunteer and community liaison to serving on local boards and economic development councils, I’ve spent my life working to uplift others. I’m running for Congress to continue that mission — to be a leader who listens, serves with integrity, and brings real solutions to the challenges our communities face.


Real-World Experience That Delivers: With over 25 years in finance and real estate, I know how to grow businesses, create jobs, and deliver affordable housing. I understand the economy not just from textbooks, but from real life. I’ll bring that experience to Washington to fight for working families, small business owners, and economic policies that actually work


A Voice for Every Community: Raised by a single mother and now raising my son here in Long Island, I understand the struggles families face today. I’m running to ensure that every voice — regardless of background or political belief — is heard. I’ll work across the aisle to make progress on the issues that matter most: cost of living, public safety, healthcare, and education.

Voting information

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Leadership Rooted in Service:

From my early days as a youth volunteer and community liaison to serving on local boards and economic development councils, I’ve spent my life working to uplift others. I’m running for Congress to continue that mission — to be a leader who listens, serves with integrity, and brings real solutions to the challenges our communities face.

Real-World Experience That Delivers: With over 25 years in finance and real estate, I know how to grow businesses, create jobs, and deliver affordable housing. I understand the economy not just from textbooks, but from real life. I’ll bring that experience to Washington to fight for working families, small business owners, and economic policies that actually work

A Voice for Every Community:

Raised by a single mother and now raising my son here in Long Island, I understand the struggles families face today. I’m running to ensure that every voice — regardless of background or political belief — is heard. I’ll work across the aisle to make progress on the issues that matter most: cost of living, public safety, healthcare, and education.
I’m passionate about public policies that create opportunity and uplift working families. With over 25 years in finance and real estate, I support economic development that helps small businesses grow and communities thrive. I’m committed to expanding affordable housing, strengthening public education, and ensuring fairer criminal justice practices that give people real second chances. As a father and lifelong public servant, I know we need leaders who bring people together to solve real problems—not divide us. I’ll work across the aisle to deliver practical, lasting solutions.
I believe that leadership, lived experience, and a deep commitment to service are the qualities that would make me a successful officeholder.

First, I bring real-world experience—as a small business owner with over 25 years in finance and real estate, I understand how policies affect everyday people, working families, and entrepreneurs. I’ve created jobs, balanced budgets, and navigated complex regulations—experience that translates directly to sound, practical policymaking.

Second, I possess resilience and empathy. I was raised by a single mother who worked as a public-school teacher and sacrificed to give her children a better future. I understand the struggles working families face because I’ve lived them. I’m now a father myself, and I carry those responsibilities with pride. My journey has taught me to listen, to stay grounded, and to lead with heart and humility.

Third, I have a track record of public service. From serving on community boards and advisory councils to advocating for local development and justice reform, I’ve consistently worked to uplift underserved communities. My work has always been about bringing people together, solving problems, and delivering results—not chasing headlines.

Fourth, I bring integrity, persistence, and the ability to work across divides. I know how to build consensus, navigate challenges, and fight for what’s right. I believe in progress, not partisanship—and I’m committed to representing everyone in the district, regardless of political background.

Lastly, I lead with purpose. My campaign isn’t about politics—it’s about people. I’m running to serve, to lead, and to make government work better for the people it’s meant to serve. I’ll bring hard work, honesty, and accountability to Washington every single day.
The core responsibilities of a U.S. Representative are to serve the people of their district with integrity, transparency, and dedication. First and foremost, a Representative is a voice for their constituents in Washington—someone who listens, understands the needs of the community, and fights every day to improve the lives of the people they represent.

A Member of Congress must actively participate in the legislative process by introducing, debating, and voting on laws that impact both their district and the country. This includes crafting policies that support economic development, public safety, education, healthcare, and infrastructure, while also ensuring fiscal responsibility and accountability in government spending. Another critical responsibility is constituent services—helping residents navigate federal agencies, secure benefits they are entitled to, and resolve issues involving the federal government. A strong congressional office should be accessible, responsive, and proactive in delivering support to individuals, families, and local organizations. Additionally, a Representative must provide oversight of the executive branch, ensuring that the administration and federal agencies are acting within the law and in the best interest of the American people. This requires diligence, courage, and a commitment to upholding democratic principles and checks and balances. Equally important is the responsibility to build bipartisan relationships and find common ground to move the nation forward. While political disagreements are inevitable, a good Representative puts progress over partisanship and focuses on practical solutions rather than political gamesmanship.

Lastly, a Representative must be engaged in the broader dialogue about America’s future—advocating for justice, equity, and opportunity while preparing our nation to meet the challenges of the 21st century with boldness and vision.

Ultimately, this office is about public trust, and that trust must be
I want my legacy to be one of service, impact, and transformation—to be remembered as a leader who stood up for people when it mattered most, and who made government work for the people it’s supposed to serve.

I want to be known as someone who helped level the playing field—who broke down barriers, expanded opportunity, and made life better for working families, small business owners, and underserved communities. I want my time in office to be marked by bold action, not empty rhetoric—by real policies that helped people afford a home, access quality healthcare, educate their children, and live with dignity.

I also want my story to serve as a testament to redemption, resilience, and possibility. That a kid from the Rockaways—raised by a single mother, shaped by faith, and guided by purpose—could rise to serve in the U.S. Congress. And that others, especially young people, returning citizens, and those who’ve faced hardship, can see in my journey a reflection of what’s possible when someone refuses to give up.

Ultimately, I want to leave behind a legacy of hope, courage, and progress—where people felt heard, where lives were changed, and where communities that had been overlooked finally had a champion who delivered for them. That’s the kind of leader I strive to be—and the legacy I hope to leave behind.
While I respect the intent behind a two-year term—keeping members of Congress accountable to the people—I believe a four-year term would better serve both representatives and the communities they represent. The current two-year cycle forces members to focus heavily on fundraising and campaigning, often at the expense of long-term policy work. Extending the term to four years would give representatives the time needed to focus more on delivering real results, building bipartisan coalitions, and addressing the complex issues our country faces without being in a constant election cycle. It’s a change worth serious consideration.
Yes, I believe compromise is both necessary and desirable for effective policymaking. Real leadership means finding common ground to deliver real results. We’re facing serious issues—economic uncertainty, public safety, education, and healthcare—that require practical, bipartisan solutions. While I’ll always stand firm on my core values, I also understand that progress often comes through collaboration, not confrontation. Voters deserve representatives who are willing to listen, work across the aisle, and put people over politics to move our communities forward.
If elected, I would be honored to serve on committees that align with my professional experience, personal interests, and the pressing needs of both my district and the nation. The committees that most interest me include: Foreign Affairs – In today’s globalized world, our foreign policy must be forward-thinking, strategic, and rooted in diplomacy. I believe in strengthening our global alliances, protecting American interests abroad, and promoting human rights and democratic values. The Foreign Affairs Committee plays a critical role in shaping how we engage with the world, and I want to be a voice for smart, principled leadership on the global stage. Energy and Commerce – This committee oversees a wide range of issues that directly affect American families—energy policy, healthcare, telecommunications, and consumer protection. With our district’s economic and environmental interests in mind, I’m especially interested in clean energy innovation, lowering healthcare costs, and ensuring fair access to broadband and technology for all communities. Homeland Security – Protecting our nation from internal and external threats is a top priority. I’m interested in policies that strengthen cybersecurity, modernize emergency management systems, and promote smart, effective border security while respecting civil liberties and human dignity. Intelligence – National security demands thoughtful oversight and strategic insight. As a member of this committee, I would work to ensure our intelligence agencies are effective, accountable, and equipped to meet 21st-century challenges, from cyber threats to international terrorism. Financial Services – With over 25 years in finance and real estate, I bring real-world experience to policy discussions around banking, housing, capital markets, and consumer protection. I understand how to create conditions for small businesses and working families to thrive, and I want to ensure our financial system works for everyone.


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Campaign finance

Name Party Receipts* Disbursements** Cash on hand Date
Laura Gillen Democratic Party $1,337,131 $309,900 $1,050,435 As of June 30, 2025
Gian Jones Democratic Party $0 $0 $9,583 As of June 30, 2025
Nicholas Sciretta Democratic Party $7 $0 $7 As of September 30, 2025
Brian Miller Republican Party $0 $0 $0 Data not available***
Martin Smithmyer Republican Party $0 $0 $0 As of September 24, 2025

Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).

* According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee."
** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election.
*** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

General election race ratings

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Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

  • Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
  • Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
  • Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.[1]
  • Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.[2][3][4]

Race ratings: New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2026
Race trackerRace ratings
9/23/20259/16/20259/9/20259/2/2025
The Cook Political Report with Amy WalterToss-upToss-upToss-upToss-up
Decision Desk HQ and The HillPendingPendingPendingPending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. GonzalesTilt DemocraticTilt DemocraticTilt DemocraticTilt Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal BallLean DemocraticLean DemocraticLean DemocraticLean Democratic
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

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District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.

2024

See also: New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2024

New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 25 Democratic primary)

New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 25 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 4

Laura Gillen defeated incumbent Anthony D'Esposito in the general election for U.S. House New York District 4 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Laura Gillen
Laura Gillen (D / Common Sense Party)
 
51.1
 
191,760
Image of Anthony D'Esposito
Anthony D'Esposito (R / Conservative Party) Candidate Connection
 
48.8
 
183,157
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.2
 
601

Total votes: 375,518
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Laura Gillen advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Anthony D'Esposito advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

Conservative Party primary election

The Conservative Party primary election was canceled. Incumbent Anthony D'Esposito advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

2022

See also: New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 4

Anthony D'Esposito defeated Laura Gillen in the general election for U.S. House New York District 4 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Anthony D'Esposito
Anthony D'Esposito (R / Conservative Party)
 
51.8
 
140,622
Image of Laura Gillen
Laura Gillen (D)
 
48.2
 
130,871
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.0
 
67

Total votes: 271,560
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 4

Laura Gillen defeated Carrie Solages, Keith Corbett, and Muzib Huq in the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 4 on August 23, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Laura Gillen
Laura Gillen
 
62.7
 
12,923
Image of Carrie Solages
Carrie Solages Candidate Connection
 
24.0
 
4,941
Keith Corbett
 
11.4
 
2,340
Image of Muzib Huq
Muzib Huq Candidate Connection
 
1.5
 
312
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.4
 
81

Total votes: 20,597
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Anthony D'Esposito advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Conservative Party primary election

The Conservative Party primary election was canceled. Anthony D'Esposito advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

2020

See also: New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House New York District 4

Incumbent Kathleen Rice defeated Douglas Tuman and Joseph R. Naham in the general election for U.S. House New York District 4 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Kathleen Rice
Kathleen Rice (D)
 
56.1
 
199,762
Image of Douglas Tuman
Douglas Tuman (R / Conservative Party)
 
43.0
 
153,007
Image of Joseph R. Naham
Joseph R. Naham (G)
 
0.8
 
3,024
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.0
 
119

Total votes: 355,912
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Kathleen Rice advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 4

Douglas Tuman defeated Cindy Grosz in the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 4 on June 23, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Douglas Tuman
Douglas Tuman
 
70.6
 
10,898
Cindy Grosz
 
27.8
 
4,292
 Other/Write-in votes
 
1.5
 
236

Total votes: 15,426
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Conservative Party primary election

The Conservative Party primary election was canceled. Douglas Tuman advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4.

Green primary election

The Green primary election was canceled. Joseph R. Naham advanced from the Green primary for U.S. House New York District 4.



District analysis

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Footnotes

  1. Inside Elections also uses Tilt ratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.
  2. Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018
  3. Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018
  4. Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018


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