Vote 2024: Crucial New York congressional races
The outcomes of these races could determine which party controls Congress in the upcoming session, as four Republican wins in New York helped flip the House from blue to red two years ago.
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Nov 5, 2024, 11:53 AM
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Updated 2 days ago
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Four pivotal congressional races in New York are being closely watched due to their potential significant impact on the national level.
Key Races
- 17th District: The 17th District includes Rockland, Putnam, most of northern Westchester, and parts of southern Dutchess counties. Republican incumbent Mike Lawler faces Democratic challenger Mondaire Jones.
- 16th District: Democrat George Latimer, Westchester County
- 18th District: Freshman Democrat Pat Ryan, an Iraqi War veteran, defends his seat against NYPD veteran Alison Esposito in the 18th District, comprising Orange, most of Dutchess and Ulster counties.
- 19th District: The 19th District spans 11 counties, including Sullivan, Ulster, and parts of Dutchess. Republican incumbent Marc Molinaro faces Ithaca attorney Josh Riley in a rematch from two years ago.
The outcomes of these races could determine which party controls Congress in the upcoming session, as four Republican wins in New York helped flip the House from blue to red two years ago.