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News 12 hosts Suffolk County executive debate

Republican Ed Romaine exchanged jabs with Democrat Dave Calone over topics including taxes, the environment and public safety.

Kevin Vesey

Oct 24, 2023, 10:19 PM

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The candidates for Suffolk County executive faced off in a News 12 debate Tuesday night.



Further Coverage: DEBATE BREAKDOWN: Where the Suffolk County executive candidates stand on key issues

Republican Ed Romaine exchanged jabs with Democrat Dave Calone over topics including taxes, the environment and public safety.

Romaine touted his 40-year career in public service, including his current role as Brookhaven town supervisor.

Calone presented himself as a political outsider, emphasizing his experience as a prosecutor and a business leader.

The debate turned heated on multiple occasions, with both candidates going into attack mode and accusing the other of lying.

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