Laura Gillen, a former Democratic town supervisor on Long Island, narrowly defeated Representative Anthony D'Esposito of New York, marking a significant win for her party in their quest for a House majority.
The race had been closely watched as a bellwether, showing a swing back toward Democratic candidates after the district's earlier shift to the right.
Gillen's victory comes as part of a broader trend, with Democrats flipping three seats in New York while Republicans retained two, highlighting the competitive dynamics of the region.
As she declared victory, Gillen emphasized the need to refocus Congress on serving everyday people, saying, 'It's time to turn a new page... It's time to stop pointing fingers.'
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