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U.S. House of Representatives: Congressional District 2

Federal race on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot in Nassau County and New York City. 2 candidates: Andrew R. Garbarino and Patrick Halpin.

Federal · 2 candidates

Who's running

Andrew R. GarbarinoRepublican, Conservative · U.S. Representative
Patrick HalpinDemocratic, Working Families · Chair, Town of Babylon Planning Board; former Suffolk County Executive
Top U.S. voter concern

The Economy

2 of 2 candidates on record

Jobs, prices and the cost of living.

  • Supports pro-growth policies and less regulation for small businesses
“The state of small business in America is in crisis and we need pro-growth policies and less red tape to reinvigorate our economy.”

What this means for youHe would vote to cut federal regulations on small businesses. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.

  • Supports lowering costs for rent, child care and medical bills
“Lowering costs from rent to childcare to medical bills”

What this means for youExpect support for federal measures on housing, child care and medical costs. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.

Top U.S. voter concern

Health Care

1 of 2 candidates on record

Health insurance, costs and access to care.

No verified, sourced position on record.

  • Supports health care that doesn't depend on where you live, your job or your income
“Healthcare shouldn't depend on your ZIP code, your job, or your bank account.”

What this means for youHe would vote to widen access to coverage. The agenda page doesn't name a specific bill.

Top U.S. voter concern

Income and Wealth Gap

1 of 2 candidates on record

How income and wealth are distributed, including taxes and wages.

  • Supports restoring the full SALT deduction
“One of my most important priorities in Congress is to restore the full State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction.”

What this means for youA full SALT deduction would mainly lower federal taxes for homeowners in high-tax areas like Long Island. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.

No verified, sourced position on record.

Top U.S. voter concern

Immigration

1 of 2 candidates on record

Immigration levels, enforcement, and local cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

No verified, sourced position on record.

  • Supports a secure, orderly and fair immigration system
  • Supports support for law enforcement
“Keeping our communities safe starts with strong leadership, support for law enforcement, and an immigration system that is secure, orderly, and fair.”

What this means for youHe would back immigration measures that pair enforcement with legal processes. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.

Top U.S. voter concern

Crime

1 of 2 candidates on record

Crime, policing and public safety.

  • Supports supporting law enforcement
“I will always support our men and women in law enforcement and work to restore law and order.”

What this means for youExpect support for federal funding for police. Day-to-day policing is run by county and village police.

No verified, sourced position on record.

Top U.S. voter concern

Climate Change

1 of 2 candidates on record

Policies on climate change and emissions.

No verified, sourced position on record.

  • Supports making polluters pay
  • Supports protecting clean water and air
  • Supports climate resilience on Long Island
“In Congress, I'll continue fighting to make polluters pay, protect clean water and clean air, strengthen climate resilience, and keep Long Island healthy for generations to come.”

What this means for youExpect support for federal pollution penalties and coastal resilience funding for Long Island. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.

Not yet on record in this race: The Situation in Iran, Gas Prices, Abortion, Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, AI Data Centers.

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