Joseph D. Morelle
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in New York
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NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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Joseph D. Morelle is trading at 96% to win the NY-25 House winner? on prediction markets.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
Age69 years old (Apr 29, 1957)
GenderMale
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LocationNew York
BackgroundPolitician
EducationState University of New York at Geneseo (B.A., 1986)
Notable personal detailsJoseph D. Morelle is a U.S. Representative from New York, representing New York’s 25th congressional district. He previously served in the New York State Assembly (1990–2018), including as Majority Leader, and earlier served on the Monroe County Legislature (1984–1990). He is a SUNY Geneseo graduate and entered Congress after winning a 2018 special election.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports targeted tax relief for middle-class families (including restoring or changing the SALT deduction cap) while opposing large tax cuts that primarily benefit millionaires and billionaires; endorses government spending on infrastructure and programs to support working families.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to affordable healthcare and reducing costs through federal action such as lowering prescription drug prices, protecting and building on the Affordable Care Act, and consumer protections (for example, ending surprise medical billing). Does not endorse single-payer/Medicare for All in the cited materials and focuses on incremental federal reforms and program expansions.
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Immigration & Border
Supports a humane immigration system, opposes aggressive or abusive ICE and DHS actions, and has called for reinstating programs to resettle allies and protecting asylum/immigrant rights. Has voted against DHS funding in protest of ICE conduct and pressed for accountability and oversight of immigration enforcement.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports codifying the right to reproductive care into federal law and opposes national abortion bans; advocates protecting access to abortion and reproductive health services. Endorsed by Planned Parenthood and has cosponsored legislation described as strengthening women’s reproductive health rights.
Climate & Energy
Supports aggressive federal action on climate, backing large clean-energy investments and legislative initiatives aimed at reducing carbon pollution and restoring a healthy climate for future generations. Has publicly endorsed Green New Deal–style priorities and joined congressional efforts to advance clean hydrogen, renewables, and climate-focused resolutions.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports federal assault weapons ban, universal background checks, strengthening red flag/extreme risk laws, and other gun-safety measures while also calling for resources to enforce gun laws and curb trafficking.
Latest News
Joseph D. Morelle is in the news because he is facing a Democratic primary challenge in New York’s 25th Congressional District. Voters are set to choose the party nominee, and Morelle is running against Robin Wilt and Sherita S. Traywick. The coverage mainly focuses on the upcoming primary and his contested reelection bid.
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