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Laura
A. Gillen

Democratic U.S. Representative Laura Gillen seeks re-election in New York's 4th Congressional District in 2026.

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Background

Laura A. Gillen is a Democratic U.S. Representative serving New York's 4th Congressional District, having begun her first term in 2025. A native of Baldwin, New York, she previously served as Hempstead Town Supervisor after being elected in 2017, though she was defeated when she sought re-election in 2021. 268

Before entering politics, Gillen worked as a lawyer, beginning her legal career as a litigator at Cahill Gordon & Reindel before later joining the Westerman Ball firm in Nassau County. She holds degrees from Georgetown University, Georgetown Law Center, and New York University School of Law. 2

Gillen is seeking re-election in the November 2026 general election for New York's 4th District. The FEC lists her as a Democratic candidate for the seat she currently holds. 81315

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 4, New York
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for New York's 4th Congressional District
Website
lauragillen.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    debate
    Newsday reports Gillen and most Long Island candidates declining to debate

    Newsday reported that Gillen declined debate invitations, part of a broader trend of Long Island congressional candidates avoiding debates. Her spokesperson said she prioritizes direct voter contact.

    Most Long Island congressional candidates won't have debates, part of growing trend · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Congressional Leadership Fund reserves over $1.32 million in TV ads targeting Gillen

    Newsday reported that the Congressional Leadership Fund reserved more than $1.32 million in television advertising criticizing Gillen, with ads set to begin the following Monday and run through Election Day. A separate Trump-linked super PAC, Going Back, also made late ad purchases exceeding $220,000 opposing Gillen.

    House Republicans set to launch TV ad campaign aimed at Long Island Rep. Laura Gillen · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    debate
    Gillen's debate refusal reported; spokesperson cites preference for direct voter contact

    News 12 Bronx reported on Gillen declining debate invitations. Her spokesperson stated she prioritizes direct voter contact through meetings and events. Driscoll criticized the decision.

    Skipping debates: Why some Long Island congressional candidates are staying off the stage · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 30
    news
    Gillen introduces bipartisan bill to expand newborn screening for rare diseases

    Gillen's office announced the introduction of a bipartisan bill alongside Reps. Langworthy and Schrier to expand newborn screening for rare diseases. It was introduced legislation, not enacted law.

    Reps. Gillen, Langworthy, Schrier Introduce Bipartisan Bill to ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 21
    news
    Gillen introduces bipartisan Lowering Commuting Costs Act

    Gillen and two Republican co-sponsors introduced the Lowering Commuting Costs Act, which would create a federal tax deduction of more than $4,000 per year for eligible personal commuting expenses including gas, transit, and tolls. It was introduced legislation, not enacted law.

    Reps. Gillen, Van Drew and Kean, Jr. Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Commuting Costs for Working Americans · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 21
    endorsement
    New York State Nurses Association endorses Gillen in NY-04 race

    NYSNA listed Gillen among its endorsed candidates for the November general election, identifying her as its choice in Congressional District 4.

    NYSNA 2026 General Election Endorsements | New York ... · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 17
    news
    Gillen announces House passage of bill authorizing $125 million for Long Island water infrastructure

    Gillen's office announced that the House passed a bipartisan water-resources bill including $125 million in authorized funding for Long Island water-infrastructure projects. This was an authorization, not a disbursement of funds.

    Rep. Gillen Celebrates Passage of $125 Million in Federal ... · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 16
    news
    Federal auto insurance fraud legislation introduced, Gillen involved

    Federal legislation targeting auto insurance fraud was reported; Gillen was noted in connection with the legislation.

    Federal Legislation Targets Auto Insurance Fraud With ... · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Building and Construction Trades Council of Nassau and Suffolk Counties union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Sustainable Environmental and Energy Coalition PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Communications Workers of America District 1 union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Natural Resources Defense Council Action Fund organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • The Italian American Democratic Leadership Council organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Amalgamated Transit Union International union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Reproductive Freedom for All organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • They See Blue New York organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Brady PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Moms Fed Up organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Service International Union Local 32BJ union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Democratic Majority for Israel organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Sierra Club organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • GIFFORDS PAC organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Coalition to Stop Gun Violence organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 3 union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • American Postal Workers Union union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • End Citizens United organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation Local 28 union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • New York State United Teachers union
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • League of Conservation Voters organization
    Listed on campaign endorsement page; no specific endorsement date given lauragillen.com
  • Congressional Black Caucus PAC organization
    Chairman Rep. Gregory Meeks said the PAC stood with Gillen lauragillen.com · Mar 13, 2026
  • Tanya Carter official
    Trustee, Village of Hempstead; announced alongside Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr., Deputy Mayor Jeffery Daniels, and Trustee William Whitaker lauragillen.com · Feb 16, 2026
  • Waylyn Hobbs Jr. official
    Mayor of Hempstead Village; announced alongside Deputy Mayor Jeffery Daniels and Trustees Tanya Carter and William Whitaker lauragillen.com · Feb 16, 2026
  • Jay Jacobs official
    Chair of the Nassau County Democratic Committee and New York State Democratic Committee lauragillen.com · Feb 16, 2026
  • Jeffery Daniels official
    Deputy Mayor of Hempstead Village; announced alongside Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. and Trustees Tanya Carter and William Whitaker lauragillen.com · Feb 16, 2026
  • William Whitaker official
    Trustee, Village of Hempstead; announced alongside Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr., Deputy Mayor Jeffery Daniels, and Trustee Tanya Carter lauragillen.com · Feb 16, 2026
  • Gregory Meeks official
    U.S. Representative; announced February 12, 2026 alongside House Democratic leaders lauragillen.com · Feb 12, 2026
  • Katherine Clark official
    U.S. House Democratic leader; announced February 12, 2026 alongside Hakeem Jeffries, Pete Aguilar, and Rep. Gregory Meeks lauragillen.com · Feb 12, 2026
  • Hakeem Jeffries official
    U.S. House Democratic leader; announced February 12, 2026 alongside Katherine Clark, Pete Aguilar, and Rep. Gregory Meeks lauragillen.com · Feb 12, 2026
  • Pete Aguilar official
    U.S. House Democratic leader; announced February 12, 2026 alongside Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Rep. Gregory Meeks lauragillen.com · Feb 12, 2026
  • EMILY's List organization
    Endorsement announced in January 2026; specific day not stated in source emilyslist.org · Jan 18, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$5.10M
Spent
$1.28M
Cash on hand
$3.84M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2NY04244(opens in a new tab)

Sources 25

  1. [1] Most Long Island congressional candidates won't have debates, part of growing trend(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] House Republicans set to launch TV ad campaign aimed at Long Island Rep. Laura Gillen(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  3. [3] Skipping debates: Why some Long Island congressional candidates are staying off the stage(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  4. [4] Reps. Gillen, Langworthy, Schrier Introduce Bipartisan Bill to ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  5. [5] Press Releases | Representative Laura Gillen - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Sep 27, 2026
  6. [6] NYSNA 2026 General Election Endorsements | New York ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  7. [7] Reps. Gillen, Van Drew and Kean, Jr. Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Commuting Costs for Working Americans(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  8. [8] Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  9. [9] Rep. Gillen Celebrates Passage of $125 Million in Federal ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  10. [10] Federal Legislation Targets Auto Insurance Fraud With ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  11. [11] Reps. Gillen, Trahan, DeLauro, Larsen and Walkinshaw Introduce ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 24, 2026
  12. [12] Rep. Gillen Statement on Rep. Massie's Amendment to Eliminate ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 15, 2026
  13. [13] Reps. Gillen and Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Target ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 10, 2026
  14. [14] ICYMI: Rep. Gillen Joins Bipartisan Coalition on Dignity Act ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 4, 2026
  15. [15] Rep. Laura Gillen Announces Congressional Black Caucus PAC Endorsement in Re-Election Campaign | Laura Gillen for Congress(opens in a new tab) Mar 13, 2026
  16. [16] Rep. Gillen Meets with Lynbrook Police Department; Joins Officer for ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 2, 2026
  17. [17] Reps. Gillen, Van Drew Introduce Bill to Strengthen Coastal ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 25, 2026
  18. [18] Rep. Laura Gillen Announces Chair Jay Jacobs Endorsement in Re-Election Campaign | Laura Gillen for Congress(opens in a new tab) Feb 16, 2026
  19. [19] Rep. Laura Gillen Announces Village of Hempstead Leaders' Endorsements in Re-Election Campaign | Laura Gillen for Congress(opens in a new tab) Feb 16, 2026
  20. [20] Rep. Laura Gillen Announces New Leadership Endorsements in Re-Election Campaign | Laura Gillen for Congress(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2026
  21. [21] Rep. Gillen Statement on the SAVE Act(opens in a new tab) Feb 11, 2026
  22. [22] EMILYs List Endorses Laura Gillen for Election to New York’s 4th Congressional District - EMILYs List(opens in a new tab) Jan 18, 2026
  23. [23] Rep. Gillen Helps Pass Bipartisan Extension of ACA Tax Credits to Protect Affordable Health Care(opens in a new tab) Jan 8, 2026
  24. [24] Gillen Statement on GOP Tax Bill(opens in a new tab) May 22, 2025
  25. [25] Education(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2025
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