Stefanik’s appointment to Trump administration leaves open congressional seat

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November 13, 2024 - 12:57 AM
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Stefanik’s appointment to Trump administration leaves open congressional seat

It's only been one week since Election Day, but we could be fast approaching another big congressional race for the Capital Region.

It’s only been one week since Election Day, but we could be fast approaching another big congressional race for the Capital Region.

With Congresswoman Elise Stefanik being tapped to become the UN Ambassador in President-elect Trump’s administration, that opens the door to a special election to fill her current seat.

We are already hearing some names for Republican candidates being floated for the 21st Congressional District, including Assemblyman Chris Tague from Schoharie County, Assemblyman Robert Smullen from Johnstown, Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin and Senator Dan Stec in Warren County.
NewsChannel 13’s Subrina Dhammi asked Sen. Stec if he’s considering a run.

Hear his response by watching the video.

We also spoke with Skidmore College Political Science Professor Ron Seyb about how the special election to fill Stefanik’s seat would work. You can see that interview below:

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Siena College political science professor on special election

NewsChannel 13 spoke with Skidmore College Political Science Professor Ron Seyb about how the special election to fill Stefanik's seat would work.