New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2026

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New York's 4th Congressional District
General election
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Filing deadline: Pending
Primary: Pending General: November 3, 2026
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All U.S. House districts, including the 4th Congressional District of New York, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. To learn more about other elections on the ballot, click here.

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

The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House New York District 4 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Laura Gillen (D)
	Submit photo	Kiana Bierria-Anderson (D)
		Gian Jones (D)
		Nicholas Sciretta (D)
		Dennis McGrath (R)
		Brian Miller (R)
	Submit photo	Martin Smithmyer (R)

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Gian Jones

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,"

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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.

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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

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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.

Dennis McGrath

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I am a lifelong resident of Long Island, raised in North Massapequa and never moving more than a few miles from my childhood home. I am married to my best friend, Donna, who is a pre-school teacher, and I am the father/step-father to 5 wonderful children. I attended Chaminade high school then earned my BS Degree from Manhattan College. I also earned my Juris Doctor degree from Touro Law Center where I graduated Magna Cum Laude and a member of the Touro Law Review. Additionally, I have extensive real world business experience, having owned and managed several international fashion design and manufacturing and companies.​ Today, I am managing partner at the McGrath Law Group. I have been honored for 5 consecutive years by Super Lawyers as a 2021 through 2025 Rising Star in the legal profession. I am of of hispanic heritage and speak fluent Spanish. I also do extensive work and teaching in the Hispanic community. I am now hoping to take my skills and experiences to use them to help unite my community in this time of political turmoil."

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Key Messages

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Tax and spend liberals are destroying this country. Larger government is the cause of our problems and not the solution. We need to reign in spending in order to cut property taxes , stop endless tax hikes that drive people out of New York, stop wasteful government spending that drives up the cost of living, and support small businesses that create jobs and opportunities in our communities.

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Families on Long Island are being crushed by some of the highest property taxes in America. Washington’s unfair SALT cap punishes us even more by limiting how much we can deduct from our federal taxes. It’s double taxation — and it’s wrong. We need to end the SALT cap and restore full tax deductions for Long Island families. and also stop Albany’s endless tax hikes that drive people out of New York. Our elected officials need to deliver real relief for homeowners, middle-class families, and small businesses. Long Islanders already pay more than our fair share. It’s time Washington and Albany stopped treating us like their piggy bank.

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The governance in New York is absurd when it comes to crime. Thank God that Bruce Blakeman takes crime so seriously and helps to protect us here in the 4th Congressional District. Your deserves to feel safe, but Albany’s radical policies have ended cash bail, tied the hands of law enforcement, and put violent criminals back on the streets, leaving communities less secure and police demoralized. I will fight to end the insanity of cashless bail, holding violent offenders accountable, giving police the respect and resources they need, cracking down on gangs and drug cartels, and keeping subways and neighborhoods safe. New York must stand with law enforcement, not criminals, and I will ensure public safety comes first again.

Voting information

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

Dennis McGrath (R)

Tax and spend liberals are destroying this country. Larger government is the cause of our problems and not the solution. We need to reign in spending in order to cut property taxes , stop endless tax hikes that drive people out of New York, stop wasteful government spending that drives up the cost of living, and support small businesses that create jobs and opportunities in our communities.

Families on Long Island are being crushed by some of the highest property taxes in America. Washington’s unfair SALT cap punishes us even more by limiting how much we can deduct from our federal taxes. It’s double taxation — and it’s wrong.

We need to end the SALT cap and restore full tax deductions for Long Island families. and also stop Albany’s endless tax hikes that drive people out of New York. Our elected officials need to deliver real relief for homeowners, middle-class families, and small businesses.

Long Islanders already pay more than our fair share. It’s time Washington and Albany stopped treating us like their piggy bank.

The governance in New York is absurd when it comes to crime. Thank God that Bruce Blakeman takes crime so seriously and helps to protect us here in the 4th Congressional District.

Your deserves to feel safe, but Albany’s radical policies have ended cash bail, tied the hands of law enforcement, and put violent criminals back on the streets, leaving communities less secure and police demoralized. I will fight to end the insanity of cashless bail, holding violent offenders accountable, giving police the respect and resources they need, cracking down on gangs and drug cartels, and keeping subways and neighborhoods safe. New York must stand with law enforcement, not criminals, and I will ensure public safety comes first again.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

Dennis McGrath (R)

I believe in the prioritization of controlling federal spending, maintining border security, supporting law enforcement, and addressing affordability issues. We need to promote fiscal conservatism, strengthen the southern and northern borders, combat crime, and advocate for tax relief and infrastructure funding.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Dennis McGrath (R)

I believe accessibility, integrity, and reliability are the key attributes you should not only expect but demand from your elected officials. Do what you say and mean. Do not give lip service to just win votes. I would rather have a discussion to arrive at a mutually agreeable position then promise one thing and deliver another.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Gian Jones (D)

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

Dennis McGrath (R)

An elected official should listen to his or her constituants and not merely appease them for electoral purposes. His/her responsibility and loyalty should be the people in his District. I believe that, while a congressman should do what is best for this Country, he must first take into consideration the people who put him into this position, to speak as if he were the voice of his constituancy.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Dennis McGrath (R)

"A Prayer for Owen Meany" by John Irving. The main character always knew he had a purpose in life for a greater good, and he lived to achieve that purpose.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Dennis McGrath (R)

I believe previous experience in politics is a distinct DISADVANTAGE. We need people in government who understand how the free markets work. Not by speaking to people, but through personal experience. Only this way will they know how to better fix the system.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Dennis McGrath (R)

Donald Trump is taking on the preconceived notions that the same old systems in diplomacy are the way to go. Sometimes things need to be shaken up and we need to find a new route towards American prosperity and excepionalism. This fight begins on the world stage where we seek peace through strength, and economic dominance through tariffs, and skillful negotiations. If we do not begin developing our manufacturing sector domestically, it will spell our ultimate downfall. We cannot be totally reliant on foreign powers for sustaining our ecenomic engine.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

Dennis McGrath (R)

I believe term limits are needed, but I also believe a term should be a bit longer than two years. I feel as though a two year term, based on the current climate, leaves Congressmen running for reelection from the day they set foot in office. We need them to concetrate more on the work of the people and less on re-election.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Dennis McGrath (R)

The founding fathers never intended for political positions to be lifelong positions. I am firmly for term limits, the length of which should be determined by debate in Congrss and with the input of the electorate.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Dennis McGrath (R)

I have always been, and want to remain, true to myself and the people around me. I do not model myself after others, but hope to emulate the positive qualities I identify ni those around me, both Republicans and Democrats.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

Dennis McGrath (R)

Compromise is needed for policymaking, but that does not mean you give away your core principal values to achieve it. A skillful politician gets the other side to agree to a middle ground that makes both sides a bit unhappy, but serves the best interests of their bases.

What committees interest you?

Gian Jones (D)

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.

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

Dennis McGrath (R)

I became an attorney at the age of 50, attending law school at night while working full time. It changed me as a person.

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Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Laura Gillen	Democratic Party	$2,006,444	$480,485	$1,549,162	As of September 30, 2025
Kiana Bierria-Anderson	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Gian Jones	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$9,583	As of September 30, 2025
Nicholas Sciretta	Democratic Party	$7	$0	$7	As of September 30, 2025
Dennis McGrath	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
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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• 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.
• 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.

Race ratings: New York's 4th Congressional District election, 2026
Race tracker	Race ratings
	12/16/2025	12/9/2025	12/2/2025	11/25/2025
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Toss-up	Toss-up	Toss-up	Toss-up
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Pending	Pending	Pending	Pending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Tilt Democratic	Tilt Democratic	Tilt Democratic	Tilt Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Lean Democratic	Lean Democratic	Lean Democratic	Lean 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

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in New York in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in New York, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
New York	U.S. House	Ballot-qualified party	5% of voters from the candidate's same party or 1,250, whichever is less	N/A	TBD	Source
New York	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	1% of votes cast for governor in the last election or 3,500, whichever is less	N/A	TBD	Source

District history

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

• 2024
• 2022
• 2020

General election

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

Laura Gillen (D / Common Sense Party) defeated incumbent Anthony D'Esposito (R / Conservative Party) in the general election for U.S. House New York District 4 on November 5, 2024.

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

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 375,518
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Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for June 25, 2024, was canceled. Laura Gillen (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• David Denenberg (D)
• Lawrence Henry (D)
• Sarah Hughes (D)
• Gian Jones (D)
• Frank Lozada (D)
• Patricia Maher (D)
• Kevin Thomas (D)

Republican primary

The Republican primary scheduled for June 25, 2024, was canceled. Incumbent Anthony D'Esposito (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

Conservative Party primary

The Conservative Party primary scheduled for June 25, 2024, was canceled. Incumbent Anthony D'Esposito (Conservative Party) advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

General election

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

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

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

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 271,560
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Democratic primary

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

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

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

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 Source 4	Total votes: 20,597
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Siela Bynoe (D)
• Kevin Bryan Shakil (D)

Republican primary

The Republican primary scheduled for August 23, 2022, was canceled. Anthony D'Esposito (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Bill Staniford (R)

Conservative Party primary

The Conservative Party primary scheduled for August 23, 2022, was canceled. Anthony D'Esposito (Conservative Party) advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

General election

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

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

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

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 355,912
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Edward Dennehy (Independent)

Democratic primary

The Democratic primary scheduled for June 23, 2020, was canceled. Incumbent Kathleen Rice (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Azeem Hussein (D)
• David Kimmel (D)
• David LeBlanc (D)

Republican primary

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

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

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

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 15,426
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Steve Raiser (R)

Conservative Party primary

The Conservative Party primary scheduled for June 23, 2020, was canceled. Douglas Tuman (Conservative Party) advanced from the Conservative Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

Green Party primary

The Green Party primary scheduled for June 23, 2020, was canceled. Joseph R. Naham (G) advanced from the Green Party primary for U.S. House New York District 4 without appearing on the ballot.

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below is the district map in place for this election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2026

Information about competitiveness will be added here as it becomes available.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is D+2. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 2 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made New York's 4th the 193rd most Democratic district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.

2024 presidential results in New York's 4th Congressional District

Kamala Harris	Donald Trump
50.0%	49.0%

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in New York, 2024

New York presidential election results (1900-2024)

• 19 Democratic wins
• 13 Republican wins

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020	2024
Winning Party	R	R	R	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	D	D	D	R	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also: Party control of New York state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of New York's congressional delegation as of October 2025.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from New York
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	19	21
Republican	0	7	7
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	26	28

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in New York's top four state executive offices as of October 2025.

State executive officials in New York, October 2025

Office	Officeholder
Governor	Kathy Hochul
Lieutenant Governor	Antonio Delgado
Secretary of State	Walter Mosley
Attorney General	Letitia James

State legislature

New York State Senate

Party		As of October 2025
	Democratic Party	41
	Republican Party	22
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		63

New York House of Representatives

Party		As of October 2025
	Democratic Party	102
	Republican Party	47
	Other	0
	Vacancies	1
Total		150

Trifecta control

New York Party Control: 1992-2025
Nine years of Democratic trifectas  •  No Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.

Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24	25
Governor	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
Senate	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
Assembly	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also

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Footnotes

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New York's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Kirsten Gillibrand (D)

Chuck Schumer (D)

Representatives

District 1

Nicholas LaLota (R)

District 2

Andrew Garbarino (R)

District 3

Tom Suozzi (D)

District 4

Laura Gillen (D)

District 5

Gregory Meeks (D)

District 6

Grace Meng (D)

District 7

Nydia Velazquez (D)

District 8

Hakeem Jeffries (D)

District 9

Yvette Clarke (D)

District 10

Daniel Goldman (D)

District 11

Nicole Malliotakis (R)

District 12

Jerrold Nadler (D)

District 13

Adriano Espaillat (D)

District 14

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D)

District 15

Ritchie Torres (D)

District 16

George Latimer (D)

District 17

Michael Lawler (R)

District 18

Pat Ryan (D)

District 19

Josh Riley (D)

District 20

Paul Tonko (D)

District 21

Elise Stefanik (R)

District 22

John Mannion (D)

District 23

Nick Langworthy (R)

District 24

Claudia Tenney (R)

District 25

Joseph Morelle (D)

District 26

Tim Kennedy (D)

Democratic Party (21)

Republican Party (7)

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