2026 U.S. House election in New York's 4th Congressional District
New York's 4th Congressional District is a U.S. House seat on Long Island centered in Nassau County. The district is politically competitive and, according to Cook Political Report, is expected to be a rematch between Democratic Rep. Laura Gillen and former Rep. Anthony D'Esposito, who has yet to formally announce but is widely expected to run again. The 2026 race is likely to hinge on local cost-of-living concerns, taxes, and broader views of national party leadership.
Candidates
Laura Gillen
Laura Gillen is the U.S. representative for New York’s 4th Congressional District and is seeking re-election in 2026. Before Congress, she served as Hempstead town supervisor, worked as a lawyer, and has said she lives in Rockville Centre with her family.
Anthony D'Esposito is a Republican former U.S. representative from New York's 4th Congressional District. He previously worked as a New York City police detective and served on the Hempstead Town Council; after losing his 2024 reelection bid, he was later nominated and confirmed as U.S. Department of Labor inspector general in 2025.
Data Analysis Information
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated 4/7/2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.