Incumbent
George S. Latimer
Incumbent Democratic candidate for U.S. House in New York
$442.00
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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98%chance to win
$442.00NOV 7, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
Age72 years old (Nov 22, 1953)
GenderMale
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LocationNew York
BackgroundPolitician
EducationFordham University (B.A., 1974)
Notable personal detailsGeorge Stephen Latimer is a Democratic politician serving as the U.S. representative for New York’s 16th congressional district (sworn in January 3, 2025). He previously served as Westchester County Executive and earlier held local and state offices including Rye City Council, the Westchester County Board of Legislators, the New York State Assembly, and the New York State Senate. He earned a B.A. from Fordham University and an M.P.A. from New York University.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Latimer has emphasized cutting property taxes and reducing the county tax levy while also expanding public investment in infrastructure, job training, affordable housing, and other services. His record presents a blend of fiscal restraint and active government spending rather than a single consistent anti-tax or pro-tax platform.
Healthcare
George S. Latimer supports expanding the Affordable Care Act, eliminating the Cadillac Tax on health plans, and implementing a Medicare for All single-payer healthcare system. His stated healthcare position combines ACA expansion with support for universal coverage.
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Immigration & Border
Supports comprehensive immigration reform with faster work permits and a path to citizenship. Also favors some additional border security and asylum reform, including tighter asylum standards and more border control.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
George Latimer supports protecting reproductive freedoms and describes abortion, contraception, and IVF as personal decisions to be made without restriction or intimidation. He has said he will oppose any national abortion ban and support legislation such as the Women’s Health Protection Act and the Right to Contraception Act.
Climate & Energy
George S. Latimer has supported clean energy, electric-vehicle infrastructure, and environmental equity. His recent congressional work includes defending Inflation Reduction Act and infrastructure funding, and his office has prioritized energy and environment issues.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports common-sense gun reform including an assault weapons ban and universal background checks. Also emphasizes keeping communities safe while saying the goal is not to take away people’s guns.
Latest News
George Latimer is in the news after withdrawing from a planned public forum with Mike Lawler, a move described as coming under pressure from Democrats during election season. The cancellation has drawn attention because it highlights partisan optics and the different political pressures facing Latimer and Lawler. More broadly, the latest coverage places Latimer in the middle of intraparty Democratic tensions, though the main reported development is the forum withdrawal.
Campaign Fundraising
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