June 23, 2026 at 11:34PM – *Unofficial Results
The 2026 Primary Election determined several candidates who will advance to the November General Election for offices representing Huntington residents in Washington and Albany. In New York’s 3rd Congressional District, incumbent Congressman Thomas Suozzi retained the Democratic nomination, while Republican voters selected Michael J. LiPetri Jr. as their nominee for the November contest. In New York’s 1st Congressional District, Christopher J. Gallant secured the Democratic nomination and will challenge incumbent Congressman Nick LaLota in November. Democratic voters also selected incumbent New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli to represent the party in November, defeating two challengers in the primary election. The results below are unofficial and will be updated as certified election results become available.
Congratulations to all of the winners! Huntington Matters thanks everyone who took the time to participate in the 2026 Primary Election. Regardless of party affiliation or candidate preference, civic engagement helps shape the future of our community, state, and nation. We also thank all of the candidates who stepped forward to run for office and encourage all eligible voters to participate in the General Election this November.
United States Congress: 3rd District
Thomas R Suozzi (Democratic – Incumbent): 1,194 votes = 73.03% ~ WINNER*
Danielle Welch (Democratic): 440 votes = 26.91%
Write-In: 1 vote = 0.06%
Michael J LiPetri Jr (Republican): 389 votes = 76.57% ~ WINNER*
Greg Hach (Republican): 111 votes = 21.85%
Write-In: 8 votes = 1.57%
United States Congress: 1st District
Christopher J Gallant (Democratic): 12,132 votes = 62.89% ~ WINNER*
Luka Ventouras (Democratic): 7,130 votes = 36.96%
Write-In: 30 votes = 0.16%
New York State Comptroller
Thomas P DiNapoli (Democratic – Incumbent): 21,675 votes = 75.85% ~ WINNER*
Drew Warshaw (Democratic): 4,077 votes = 14.27%
Raj Goyle (Democratic): 2,777 votes = 9.73%
Write-In: 44 votes = 0.15%
Unofficial Results provided by Enhanced Voting – Suffolk County, June 2026 Primary Election
