If serial liar and disgraced Republican Rep. George Santos resigns or is kicked out of Congress for campaign finance violations, here’s what happens:
1. New York has the authority to hold a special election if a seat becomes vacant.
2. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul would have 10 days to call a special election to replace Santos in NY-03.
3. We would have less than three months to run and WIN in this special election.
NewDems held NY-03 for nearly a decade until Santos flipped this seat by running a campaign based on falsehoods – and we can win it back if a special election is called. Donate $5 or more before tomorrow’s end-of-month deadline to help us prepare to get it done.
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Kevin McCarthy is refusing to call on Santos to resign because he holds the smallest majority for any first-time speaker in more than 90 years. He knows that if NY-03 opens up, Democrats could easily win back this seat – putting his Republican majority at risk.
George Santos was able to flip a competitive NewDem congressional district from blue to red by lying about his record, resume, and entire life story. Now, NewDems will be leading the charge to flip his seat blue if and when a special election is called.
Help us prepare to face off against Republicans in competitive special elections in 2023: Donate $5 or more before tomorrow’s end-of-month deadline.
Thank you,
Team NewDems