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New York · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 22

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John W. Mannion Democratic · Incumbent Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative for NY-22 and former New York State Senator and high-school science teacher Full profile → Kailee Buller Republican Republican challenger Kailee Buller is running for New York's 22nd Congressional District in the 2026 midterms. Full profile →
David Hollenbeck No party listed Combat veteran David Hollenbeck announced a candidacy for NY-22 but later withdrew and does not appear on the certified general-election list. Withdrew
John Lemondes No party listed Assemblyman John Lemondes announced in January 2026 that he was suspending his congressional campaign for NY-22. Withdrew
William A. Staton IV Independent Online influencer, entrepreneur, and combat veteran who sought an independent line but failed to qualify after his petition did not meet the signature requirement. Withdrew

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IssueJohn W. Mannion
Democratic
Kailee Buller
Republican
Economy & jobsOpposes Trump tariffs; supports lower costs and domestic manufacturing Opposes tax increases; supports jobs, energy, and lower costs
HousingSupports expanding housing supply and affordable homeownership Supports increasing housing supply and cutting regulations
Health careSupports lower drug costs, ACA expansion, and opposing Medicaid cuts Supports price transparency, lower drug costs, and pre-existing condition protections
ImmigrationSupports comprehensive border deal; criticizes ICE overreach Supports border security, deportation of criminals, and immigration reform
Abortion & reproductive rightsSupports abortion access; cosponsored Right to IVF Act no sourced position
EducationSupports public education and evidence-based reading instruction Supports multiple education pathways including trades and workforce training
Climate & energySupports clean-energy transition while keeping energy affordable Supports all-of-the-above energy; opposes state climate mandates
Crime & public safetySupports law enforcement resources and anti-retail-crime legislation Opposes defunding police; supports law enforcement funding and training
Taxes & budgetSupports expanded tax credits for families; opposed One Big Beautiful Bill Pledges never to vote for a tax increase; calls for spending cuts
GunsSupports background checks and assault weapons restrictions Supports Second Amendment rights for law-abiding gun owners
Democracy & electionsDefends election integrity; supports campaign finance disclosure Supports term limits, opposes gerrymandering, backs state-run elections
Foreign policy & defenseSupports Israel's self-defense; demands oversight of military aid Opposes prolonged Iran war; supports U.S.-Israel relationship

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