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New York · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 1

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Nicholas J. LaLota Republican · Incumbent Republican incumbent U.S. Representative Nick LaLota seeks re-election in New York's 1st Congressional District in 2026. Full profile → Christopher J. Gallant Democratic Democratic candidate for U.S. House NY-01; Army National Guard helicopter pilot, FAA air-traffic controller, and volunteer firefighter Full profile →

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IssueNicholas J. LaLota
Republican
Christopher J. Gallant
Democratic
Economy & jobsSupports tax cuts, SALT relief, and small-business deductions Supports federal investments to reduce cost of living on Long Island
Housingno sourced position Supports federal funding for affordable housing and transit-oriented development
Health careSupports affordable care, lower premiums, and protecting Medicare Supports protecting Medicare/Medicaid and expanding access
ImmigrationSupports border security, enforcement, and legal immigration reform Supports revamping the citizenship pathway and reforming ICE
Abortion & reproductive rightsOpposes federal abortion ban; supports first-trimester access with exceptions Supports protecting abortion rights
Educationno sourced position no sourced position
Climate & energySupports all-of-the-above energy strategy; conservation tradition Supports renewable energy and coastal resilience investment
Crime & public safetyStrong supporter of law enforcement and anti-fentanyl measures Supports equipping first responders to keep communities safe
Taxes & budgetSupports tax cuts, SALT relief, and reducing federal spending Supports smart federal investment to reduce costs for families
GunsSupports Second Amendment rights with responsible ownership Characterized as supporting common-sense firearm-safety laws
Democracy & electionsSupports voter ID and the SAVE Act for election integrity Supports banning congressional stock trades and campaign finance reform
Foreign policy & defenseStrong support for Israel; advocates sanctions on Iran and defense spending no sourced position

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